Level of Care Assessor - Salina, KS Job at Maximus in Bennington
Maximus, Bennington, KS, USA, 67422
Level of Care Assessor - Salina, KS at Maximus summary:
The Level of Care Assessor in Salina, Kansas, conducts assessments and offers options counseling for individuals eligible for Medicaid Waiver and Long-Term Services and Supports. This role ensures compliance with state directives and company policies while promoting independence and quality of life for those in need of support. The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
General information
Description & Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for completing medical and/or behavioral health assessments within contract requirements
- Conducts on-site, video call and/or telephonic assessments to determine an individual’s needs for services and supports, eligibility, level of care or related outcome
- Perform all job duties in compliance with Person First standards, HIPAA guidelines, and company confidentiality policies and procedures.
- Travel may be required based on program contract requirements
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Preferred knowledge may include community support programs, long-term care assessment and level of care in medical, behavioral health or related programs
- Knowledge and understanding of medical and/or behavioral health diagnoses and prescribed medications
- Ability to collect data, define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and meet timelines
- Education and licensure requirements are based on program contract requirements and are outlined in job posting
- High School Degree or equivalent required
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience required
- LPN, RN, LCSW, or related licensure may be required based on contract requirements
Keywords:
Level of Care Assessor, Medicaid Waiver, Long-Term Services, Home and Community-Based Services, health assessments, support services, social work, community services, clinical experience, intake options counseling