Medicaid Specialist

The ideal candidate will have experience with:

• Medicaid eligibility criteria
• Medicaid Information Technology System (MITS) familiarity.
• OB system familiarity
• Waiver Programs, including PASSPORT, Assisted Living Waiver, and MyCare Ohio

In this non-clinical role, the candidate will communicate with the Jobs & Family Services (JFS) to obtain eligibility updates and manage enrollment and de-enrollment processes within the Medicaid Information Technology System.

The candidate will also monitor various reports and notices related to Medicaid redeterminations, ensuring the team is promptly alerted to any interruptions in eligibility. Additionally, they will assist Licensed Social Workers with client recommendations, follow-up, and manage transitions between waiver programs.

Selected candidates will be considered for the Aetna program.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

AND

• Possession of an Associate's degree in one of the social or health care sciences

OR

• A minimum of two years of experience assisting individuals with accessing healthcare, social, or personal services may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of at least one year of customer service experience
• Experience working with Microsoft Excel

About us

The Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA) plans, funds, and delivers services that help older adults and individuals with disabilities remain safe and independent in their homes. With the assistance of area providers, COAAA arranges and coordinates services to help individuals with daily living such as homemaking, transportation, home-delivered meals, and personal care. COAAA offers education and resources to caregivers, professionals, and the public and advocates for programs and policies that benefit older adults and individuals with disabilities. COAAA manages services for 10,000 people and funds services for another 20,000 older adults in eight central Ohio counties.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and at COAAA we realize that diversity and inclusion are more important than ever. We are committed to removing barriers, embracing diversity, and maintaining an anti-discriminatory environment. This is why we encourage those from all backgrounds to apply to join our wonderful team.

Are you looking for a job that gives you a sense of fulfillment or perhaps an employer whose mission and values align with your own? Would you like to help the aging population and those with disabilities of all ages remain safe and healthy in their homes? If so, then a Care Coordination Assistant position at The Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA) is the right position for you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.35 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, OH 43207: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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