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Location: 3501 Health Center Blvd., Estero, FL 34135 Department: LPG Behavioral Health - BHC Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM, M-F Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$20.45 - $25.53 / hour Summary Intake analyst position is the point position for all internal/external referrals. Works with client, business office, and third party payer to determine eligibility, facilitate admissions, and continued stay. Responsible to ensure an uninterrupted flow in the client referral and admission process. Responsible for processing communications concerning intake of potential clients, initial phone screening to determine eligibility, and scheduling initial assessment appointments. Utilizes knowledge of managed care procedures including pre-certification and concurrent review. Will be responsible for obtaining initial service authorization, continued stay authorization, and manage service denials. Attends clinical staffing and coordinates third party appeal process with payers. Other responsibilities to include insurance verification, maintaining data base on calls, facilitation completion of all assessments, ensuring follow-up on all internal and external referrals. Requirements Educational Requirements Degree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of StudyRequired/ Preferredand/orMaster'sBehavioral HealthRequiredor Additional Requirements Bachelor's degree in mental health or nursing with two years' experience Experience Requirements Minimum Years RequiredArea of ExperienceRequired/ Preferredand/or2 YearsMental HealthRequired State of Florida Licensure Requirements LicensesRequired/ Preferredand/orNot Required Certifications/Registration Requirements Certificates/RegistrationsRequired/ Preferredand/or US:FL:Fort Myers