Financial Assistance Advisor

Financial Assistance AdvisorRutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Financial Assistance Advisor for the Finance – Admitting Department within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care. The primary purpose of the Financial Assistance Advisor is to be responsible for the admitting process for the inpatient, partial hospitalization and outpatient programs located on UBHC's main campus. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Interviews the patient and/or relatives and assists in the completion of all required forms. Obtains necessary demographic and financial information prior to treatment. Requests information via written correspondence and telephone inquiries. Records data such as income verification and makes copies of relevant income information. Responds to patient and clinician inquires related to benefits, registration procedures and billing regulations. Demonstrates ability to interact with insurance representatives when the need arises to communicate via telephone in a professional manner.FLSA - NonexemptGrade - 192Salary DetailsMinimum Salary - 29.670Mid Range Salary - 30.170Maximum Salary - 31.080Benefits - Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programsPosition Status - Full TimeWorking HoursStandard Hours - 35.00Daily Work ShiftWork Arrangement - This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.Union Description - Teamsters 97Payroll Designation - PeopleSoftSeniority UnitTerms of Appointment - Staff - 12 monthPosition Pension Eligibility - PERSQualificationsMinimum Education and Experience - Three (3) years of experience in general office/clerical experience, two (2) years of which should be in insurance eligibility verification and admitting process.Certifications/LicensesRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Must have working knowledge of various insurance plans. Must possess excellent communication skills and computer proficiency.Preferred QualificationsEquipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work Environment - Physical Demands: Frequent prolonged sitting. Ability to speak clearly. Hearing is essential. Lifting up to 20lbs. Extensive reading is required. Work Environment: Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic.)Special ConditionsPosting DetailsPosting Number - 26ST1649Posting Open DateRegional Campus - Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)Home Location Campus - Piscataway (RBHS)City - PiscatawayState - NJLocation DetailsPre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. 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