Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Centerstone Contact Center Specialist is an integral component of our Centerstone team. This position often serves as the first point of contact our patients have with Centerstone. The position requires excellence in customer service and compassionate care supported by a thorough understanding of the organization’s treatment and support programs. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a working knowledge of behavioral health basics and understand health insurance benefits.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure all callers are met with a tone of respect, compassion, and resolution while meeting standard call handling metrics.
- Assist individuals and families in connecting with and scheduling services which are most appropriate to their needs.
- Schedule new patient appointments with the most appropriate service line and/or best matched clinician.
- Provide brief telephone screening of clinical need and level of care required.
- Collect basic information from individuals seeking services and document contact in CRM and/or EMR.
- Capture funding source and complete brief insurance verification.
- Coordinate and provide appropriate disposition for medication related calls, including refill requests, side effects and prior authorizations.
- Assess and provide intervention and/or connection to help for crisis callers.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in written documentation (electronic communication, EMR documentation, CRM documentation) with administration, clinical staff, and business staff.
- Meet KPIs including ASA, AR, customer satisfaction, documentation audits and silent monitoring audits.
- Follow HIPAA related rules and regulations and safeguard any and all PHI.
- Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Excellence in customer service, patient engagement, and customer communication.
- Strong communication skills, verbal and written are essential.
- Ability to work autonomously (remotely) and as part of a team.
- Prior experience using an EMR, CRM, and/or scheduling software a plus.
- Proficiency in basic computer hardware functionality and savvy in computer software functionality.
- Responsiveness to supervisory guidance.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level
Bachelor’s Degree in human services, psychology, social services, education or related field preferred.
Years of Experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in health care, customer service, or other contact center setting.
Certification/Licensure
None required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing - 10%
Sitting - 90%
Squatting - occasional
Driving - occasional
Kneeling - occasional
Lifting - occasional
Bending - occasional
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Range:
$15.75--$22.00
Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.
Our approach to diversity is simple—it’s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.
About Us
Centerstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital. Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs. Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities. Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.
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