Billing Specialist – School-Based Services (Westbury, NY)
About The Position
Family of Kidz is seeking a Billing Specialist for its School-Based Services in Westbury, NY. This full-time position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with flexibility noted. Compensation is $20.00–$24.00 per hour. Returnees are welcome to apply. The role supports school-based billing operations by reviewing attendance, session notes, and provider invoices; assisting providers with billing and system issues; preparing district invoices; applying payments; reconciling cash accounts; and following up on aging receivables. It also assists with district contracts, addendums, and requests for proposals, as well as ad hoc projects and reports. Family of Kidz has supported children with special needs from birth to adulthood since 1998, focusing on understanding each child's needs and teaching skills that promote independence and quality of life. The company provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment across employment terms and conditions.
Requirements
- Demonstrate integrity and a strong work ethic.
- Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Be detail-oriented and comfortable working with numbers.
- Have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Have strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Be able to function well in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
- Knowledge of special education is a plus.
- Billing experience preferred.
- Two to three years of billing experience in school-age billing preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review submitted attendance, session notes, and provider invoices for compliance.
- Assist providers with billing problems and system issues.
- Help create district invoices and correspond with districts.
- Apply payments weekly and reconcile cash accounts.
- Follow up with districts on aging receivables and collections.
- Assist with district contracts, addendums, and requests for proposals.
- Complete ad hoc projects and reports.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Referral program
- Professional development assistance
- Pet insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance
- Team-building events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
