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Membership Specialist

JFCS of Southern Arizona, Tucson, AZ, United States


The Membership Specialist is responsible for managing all aspects of membership operations, including facilitating the enrollment process, verifying eligibility, collecting necessary documentation, and guiding potential clients through the registration process, ensuring a smooth transition into treatment programs while adhering to all relevant policies and regulations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts initial consultations to assess client needs and determine eligibility for services.

Gathers demographic information, medical history, and insurance information to complete accurate enrollment forms.

Participates in the intake process by completing initial demographic screening.

Records client data into electronic health records (EHR) and maintain updated client information.

Performs front office functions related to appointments, insurance verifications, and fee collection.

Assists with state-funded benefits applications.

Connects clients to resources within JFCS and coordinates with outside agencies to address client needs.

Opens, transfers and closes out client charts.

Works to reengage clients when they are removed or fall off the clinician schedule.

Collaborates with staff at all levels to ensure effective membership operations.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

WORK HOURS, SCHEDULE & FLEXIBILITY This position often works in office- weekdays; however, there may be some evening or weekend events that will require your attendance to best represent the Agency. Some flexibility in scheduling exists, as long as Agency needs are being adequately addressed.

COMMUNICTION AND INTERFACE

Engage in respectful and ongoing communication and problem solving with others

Act as a positive and professional ambassador for the Agency both internally and in the greater community

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to face adversity, unpopular stands, or engage in tough debates when necessary

PROBLEM SOLVING AND JUDGEMENT

Follow established procedures while being creative and taking initiative

Take all practical steps to ensure a work environment that is safe, friendly, helpful and free from harassment or bullying

Must be able to handle all facets of the business both standard and non-standard situations

Ability to work through translation services if not fluent in a second language

Must be willing to accept feedback, and respond in professional manner

REQUIREMENTS

Associate's Degree OR 1-2 years of experience

Bilingual preferred

Strong written, verbal, presentation and communication skills

Positive attitude, proactive mentality, responsive, and strong work ethic

Ability to interact effectively in a team setting

Ability to interact professionally and effectively with victims of crimes and trauma

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance and pass a background check

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