Eligibility Specialist

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Montrose, CO

2d•$53,000 - $64,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE as an Eligibility Specialist in Montrose, CO. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a health and human services field or equivalent years of experience related to public benefits.
Two (2) years of experience in marketing, with more emphasis on sales, and/or admissions role for a health care provider, or in an information and referral resource role within the senior networks. Shall have either training or related experience in the job assigned.
Have a minimum of one year of experience in working with the frail or elderly population.
Must have a valid driver's license and have means of transportation within one hundred (100) miles or more daily.

Responsibilities

The Eligibility Specialist obtains initial information relating to admissions, coordinates intake process, and provides information and referrals to community agencies.
Supports enrollment team with eligibility.
Promotes the Senior CommUnity Care Program to potential participants and community agencies.
In collaboration with Enrollment Specialist, gather necessary documentation and application requirements in working with participants for Medicaid approval.
Ensures compliance with all State Medicaid Rules and Regulations that pertain to Medicaid, Straight Medicaid, LTC, Spousal Impoverishment and Trusts, Food Stamps, Old Age Pension (OAP) and other Medicaid programs for which participants may be eligible.
Guides participants through financial eligibility process.
Reviews Medicaid eligibility monitors time frame for re-certification and facilitates Medicaid applications for certification and re-certification.
Assist Enrollment Specialist in receiving and providing information to referrals to the Senior CommUnity Care Program; refers individuals to other appropriate resources as indicated.
Assesses potential participants in home, nursing homes, hospitals or
Performs related duties as required or requested.