Hours: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
Compensation dependent on experience
Position Summary
The Case Manager promotes and supports individuals who are at risk of developing or who have mental health and/or substance use issues. Services include assessing, monitoring, and linking to services, supportive level counseling, education, and advocacy. Case management services may also be provided to a small number of priority population women with substance use disorders as needed.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable human services field; or relevant education which indicates that the individual possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.A minimum of one (1) year of relevant mental health, developmental disability, and/or substance use work experience with the identified population, or a combination thereof that demonstrates that the candidate possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; and/or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the individual possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Services, systems, and programs available in the community including primary health care, support services, eligibility criteria and intake processes, generic community resources, and mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse treatment programs.The nature of serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse depending on the population served, including clinical and developmental issues.Different types of assessments, including functional assessments, and their uses in service planning.Treatment modalities and intervention techniques, such as behavior management, independent living skills training, supportive counseling, family education, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and service coordination.The service planning process and major components of a service plan.The use of medications in the care or treatment of the population served.All applicable federal and state laws, state regulations, and local ordinances.Identifying and documenting an individual's needs for resources, services and other supports.Using information from assessments, evaluations, observation, and interviews to develop individual service plans.Identifying services and resources within the community and established service system to meet the individual's needs; and documenting how resources, services, and natural supports, such as family, can be utilized to achieve an individual's personal habilitative/rehabilitative and life goals.Coordinating the provision of services by public and private providers.Work as team members, maintaining effective inter- and intra-agency relationships.Work independently, performing position duties under general supervision.Engage and sustain ongoing relationships with individuals receiving services.To drive and must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to clients at other locations. Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.To participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.Demonstrate a positive regard for individuals and their families (e.g., allowing risk taking, avoiding stereotypes of developmentally disabled people, respecting individuals' and families' privacy, believing individuals can grow).The Best Benefits for Those Who Take Care of the Community
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity
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Read LessHours: full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
Compensation dependent on experience
Position Summary
The Behavioral Healthcare Utilization Review Specialist works on-site, and will proactively monitor utilization of services for clients, reviewing for quality of services and medical necessity. The employee will review clients’ medical records to ensure appropriate utilization of treatment resources, medical necessity, proper documentation, and compliance with federal and state regulations, and certification requirements of insurance plans or other managed care organizations (MCOs). This position will report to the CQI Manager.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in an applicable human services field. Preferred: Master’s degree in social work, Mental Health Counseling, or related health field preferred.Types of Experience
(2) Two years of continuous quality improvement and/or utilization review experience. Preference will be given to individual with at least one year of managed care experience. Behavioral Health experience is desirable.An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the candidate with the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of behavioral healthcare terminology, the course and progress of substance abuse treatment and medical terminology;Knowledge of Medicaid and MCO regulations and policies, relevant to behavioral healthcare and substance use;Knowledge of Utilization Review protocols and auditing skills;Knowledge of DSM 5, CPT Codes and ICD 10;Knowledge of levels of care and medical necessity;Ability to review and understand medical records, treatment plans and progress notes;Proficiency in MS Office software and EMR systems;Ability to extract and analyze data;Ability to develop and present statistical and narrative reports;Must be proficient in MS Office software and EMR systems.Able to collaborate with all members of clinical team/medical providers;Excellent verbal and written communication skills;Ability to work independently as well as with a team;Excellent organizational and time management skills;Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required;Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's license. May be required to travel to different Horizon worksites during the day based on operational needs or provide admin support at other locations. Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.
THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Read LessHours: full-time (37.5 hours per week), Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
Why Become CPRS with Horizon?
Automatic pay raise after obtaining CPRS certificationQuality behavior health training with Central Virginia company in operation for 50+ yearsRetirement plan through Virginia State Retirement System (VRS)Generous paid vacation timePosition Summary
The Peer Recovery Specialist or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) functions as a role model and coach to those seeking personal wellness and long-term recovery by adhering to professional ethics, demonstrating competencies, using effective coping skills, serving as an advocate, using best practices and providing information and referral. This is an entry-level position and will be required to complete all required training and supervision hours to apply for certification within one year of hire date.
Services include one-on-one peer mentoring, peer led support groups, telephone outreach, assisting clients in accessing community resources, services and affiliation with recovery-supported social activities. Some evening and weekend hours.
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma / GEDAt least one continuous year of sustained recovery for persons having lived experience with mental illness or substance use.Experience in a substance use recovery program preferred.Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of services and systems available in the community, including primary health care, support services, and generic community resources; knowledge of the nature of the recovery process, including the use of established standardized mental health, substance use, and co-occurring processes; knowledge of basic problem-solving strategies to support individuals in self-directed recovery. Ability to identify and document an individual’s need for resources, services, and other supports; ability to develop recovery, resiliency, and wellness plans by integrating information obtained from informal assessments, evaluations, observations, and interviews; ability to promote services, supports, and strategies for the recovery process; ability to utilize personal experience to support others in recovery; ability to work as a member of a team, maintaining effective, professional working relationships with individuals within the agency as well as those in the community.
Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required. Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to clients at other locations. Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.
THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA-approved for clinical student loan repayment, and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Read LessHours: full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
Compensation dependent on experience
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant will work in the Horizon Wellness Clinics and will perform selected nursing and administrative support duties.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent. Prefer Medical Assistant Certification.Types of Experience
One year of experience as a medical assistant.Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of psychiatric/medical medications/treatments.Knowledge of medical terminology, preferably behavioral healthcare medical terminology.Knowledge of client care such as examination and treatment room procedures.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer client care.Knowledge of medical practice.Strong computer knowledge.Knowledge and experience using an electronic health record (EHR).Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions.Knowledge of HIPAA and ability to maintain confidentiality of client information.Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients, medical staff and non-medical staff.Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license. May be called upon to travel to anyHorizon worksite. Regular attendance at training and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites;Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Hours: full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
Compensation dependent on experience
Position Summary
The EHR Analyst I is responsible for maintaining user access, functionality, and documentation management within our various software as a service (SaaS) platform used by behavioral health programs and administrative units. This position serves an important role in implementation of MIS/EHR features and modules including customization of data elements and file formats, data process design, and development of an electronic clinical record
Education Requirements
Associate’s degree in information, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Health Information Systems or a closely related field.Types of Experience
(2-3) Two to Three years of experience supporting, configuring, analyzing, and/or reporting on enterprise business applications, healthcare information systems, and EHR platforms. An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.Experience in behavioral healthcare, healthcare, public sector, or regulated environment preferred. Experience with Project Management is a plus and experience with a clinical EHR systems is preferred.Preferred Credentials
Candidates with CAPM or PMP would be an asset.Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Working knowledge and understanding of Management Information Systems and enterprise business applications, preferably in a behavioral health or healthcare environment.Working knowledge of how an EHR system and how clinical, billing, and administrative workflows are supported within an electronic health record.Basic technical knowledge of Systems Analysis, Object Oriented Programming languages, Python and SQLBasic understanding of database structures, management systems and SQL query optimizationFamiliarity with Cloud Based or Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications and backend architecture.Ability to communicate technical ideas and concepts effectively, both orally and in writing to both technical and non-technical audiences.Ability to author and maintain thorough documentation for a variety of audiences including but not limited to system support, business requirements, end-user guides, etc.Ability to work collaboratively with end users, IT technical staff and developers, as well as leadership to identify system needs and opportunities to enhance operational objectives and outcomes.Ability to apply technical information and skills to various systems and networks in use with ease.THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Read LessHours: full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
Compensation dependent on experience
Position Summary
The RN - PACT is responsible for the overall medical care of assigned individuals, including the service delivery of basic nursing assessments; delivery of client/family education and diagnostic procedures; consultation with physicians; and carrying out of doctor's orders. 75% of nursing care is provided in the community setting.
Education Requirements
Must be a graduate of an Accredited nursing program and a licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia or appropriate multi-state license. BSN preferred.Types of Experience
(1) One year of experience providing nursing services as an RN is required.Preferred Credentials
Registered Nurse VirginiaRelated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of community mental health and public health in order to provide advocacy and enhance an individual’s treatment and access to community resources.Knowledge of nursing best practice.Knowledge of principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to mental health, physical health, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse.Knowledge of psychiatric/medical medications/treatments.Knowledge and ability to administer medications.Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques.Ability to communicate effectively in order to facilitate treatment and relay information to others as part of an interdisciplinary team.Knowledge and ability to perform medical interviews in order to obtain information and to formulate appropriate treatment plans and referrals.Knowledge and ability to produce, read, and relay medical lab results.Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships.Ability to promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among co-workers and representatives in the community.Ability to record data and complete documentation within established expectations and by communicated deadlines.Ability to respond effectively to changes in the work environment in a positive and professional manner.Ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment.Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required.Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license. May be called upon to travel to anyHorizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to client @other locations. Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites;Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Location: Lynchburg, VA 24502
Position Summary
The Instructor/Counselor works as assistant manager for the ICF homes and will assist the Residential Manager in supervising a licensed ICF-IID program for individuals with intellectual disabilities, ensuring compliance with State License, Medicaid Waiver, ICF and CSB requirements, and Life Safety Code.
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma / GED required. Bachelor's degree in related human services - preferred.Three years working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Supervisory experience preferred.Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of working directly with individuals with intellectual disabilities; Knowledge and ability to safely assist individuals with all aspects of physical management including equipment use, safe lifting and physical assistance; Ability to utilize a computer system for electronic health records documentation; Effective communication skills; written, verbally, person-to-person and through use of the telephone; Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients and provide services to clients at other locations. Regular attendance at training and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites; Ability to respond quickly to correct situations that are deemed to be hazardous to consumers and home; Ability to lift and transfer consumers up to an average of 50 to 80 pounds; Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed; Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required.
THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community throughout the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment, and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Read LessHours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: Lynchburg, VA 24504
Position Summary:
The Cook will assist in planning meals; ordering and restocking food, beverages, and kitchen supplies; ensuring that food meets Horizon's high-quality standards; the serving of customers; and maintenance of a clean kitchen and dining area. The Cook provides meals to consumers residing in the Horizon Detox Unit, Crisis Stabilization Unit and the Recovery House.
Required Education and Experience:
Knowledge, skills and abilities equivalent to that of a high school graduate are required.An equivalent combination of training and personal experience that provides the needed knowledge, skills, and abilities is required.Experience in institutional foodservice and menu planning is preferred.Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of food preparation best practices, cooking techniques, and sanitation standards; Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to food safety and compliance with VA's Health Department's regulations; Knowledge of daily dietary requirements for individuals in recovery to ensure every meal is healthy and nutritional; Skills to communicate effectively in order to facilitate excellent customer service; and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required; Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver's license. May be required to travel to different Horizon work sites during the day based on operational needs or provide admin support at other locations; Ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment; Ability to promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among customers, and co-workers.
THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at www.HorizonBH.org
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Hours: full-time (37.5 hours per week), Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Lynchburg, VA 24501
Position Summary:
The Senior Data Analyst is responsible for the design and development of agency-wide software applications in various software as a service (SaaS) platform used by behavioral health programs and administrative units. This position serves an important role in implementation of MIS/EHR features and modules including customization of data elements and file formats, data process design, and development of institutional and department reports.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Health Information Systems, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.Five years of experience supporting, configuring, analyzing, managing data, and/or reporting on enterprise business applications, healthcare information systems, EHR platforms, or comparable software systems.Experience in behavioral healthcare, healthcare, public sector, or regulated environment preferred.Experience with Project Management is a plus and experience with a clinical EHR system is preferred.Preferred Credentials
CSM ScrumMasterPMI-ACPPMPRelated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge and understanding of comprehensive Management Information SystemsWorking technical knowledge of a variety of programming languages, analytic and IDE studios. Including but not limited to HTML, Python, .NET, and Power BI.Full understanding of database structures and complex SQL programming and ETL development.Understanding of Cloud Based or Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications and backend architecture.Ability to communicate technical ideas and concepts effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to author and maintain thorough documentation for a variety of audiences including but not limited to system support, business requirements, end-user guides, etc.Ability to work collaboratively with end users through platforms such as MS Teams and Jira, IT technical staff and developers, as well as leadership to identify system needs and opportunities to enhance operational objectives and outcomes.Ability to apply technical information and skills to various systems and networks in use with ease.Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational requirements, including occasionally modified work schedules.Ability to drive and possess a valid driver’s license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to client @other locations. Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.Ability to promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among co-workers and representatives in the community.Ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment.Ability to respond effectively to changes in the work environment in a positive and professional manner.Ability to identify and measure outcomes.Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required.
THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501
Compensation dependent on experience
Position Summary
The Service Authorization Specialist accurately identifies, retrieves, and completes insurance authorization requests on behalf of individuals receiving services at Horizon Behavioral Health.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma / GEDTwo (2) to three (3) years of related service authorization experience, preferably with DMAS/MES systemsAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of available federal, state, and local benefits.Knowledge of community mental health and public health.Knowledge of billing procedures/policy compliance for social service departments, courts, hospitals, employers, insurance carriers, and referring agencies.Knowledge and understanding of service authorization request processes.Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and techniques related to financial intakes, client billing, Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurances.Ability to communicate effectively to facilitate appropriate admissions and relay information to others as part of a team.Ability to perform interviews to obtain information and to formulate appropriate responses.Ability to manage time to ensure multiple competing deadlines are met.Ability to provide positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among coworkers and representatives in the community.Ability to record data accurately and complete documentation within established expectations and by communicated deadlines.Ability to respond effectively to changes in the work environment in a positive and professional manner. Ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required.Ability to drive and must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license. May be required to travel to different Horizon worksites during the day based on operational needs or provide administrative support at other locations. Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.The Best Benefits for Those Who Take Care of the Community
We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.
To Apply – Please visit our online career center at https://www.horizonbh.org/careers/
Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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