This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2204089

For more information regarding this position and our benefits, and to submit your application, visit our website www.youthranch.org/careers

The Idaho Youth Ranch is one of the oldest non-profit agencies in the state of Idaho. Our mission:

We unite for Idahos youth by providing accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience.

How will you impact our mission? Be a part of setting a new standard for residential care for generations to come. Successful candidates will have a once-in-a-career opportunity to be a part of the opening of our new Residential Center for Healing and Resilience, a 64-bed psychiatric residential treatment facility (PRTF) for youth at our beautiful 258-acre Hands of Promise Campus in Idahos Treasure Valley.

Why unite with us? Because we are better together! Our team members enjoy a workplace where Relationships are the foundation, where we are all Committed to the same mission, where Growth is always possible, where we are treated with and show Compassion, where trust guides us to Transparency, and above all, where Joy sustains us.

What do we offer? In addition to contributing to our awesome mission, working at IYR has many advantages! Affordable medical and dental care, other voluntary benefits offerings, a 401(k) match, paid time off, an employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores, and working in a caring and compassionate environment just to name a few.

As a Utilization Specialist you can proudly tell your family and friends that you help nurture hope, healing, and resilience in Idahos youth by mobilizing resources for youth and families receiving IYR services. This is a collaborative position meaning you will work with the clinical and medical team at the RCHR, client family and referral sources to meet the comprehensive needs of the client.

Must Haves:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year experience in utilization review and solid knowledge of insurance processes
• Excellent computer skills: including working knowledge of Electronic Health Record (HER) and Microsoft Word
• Demonstrate a working understanding of HIPAA and Medicaid guidelines and ability to maintain youth confidentiality and privacy

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of residential treatment insurance processes
• One year experience in case management, preferably serving Medicaid youth

Our Utilization Specialists:

• Provide utilization review for youth receiving inpatient residential care
• Develop and strengthen relationships with providers regularly throughout patient care
• Maintain current knowledge of insurance medical policies guidelines to ensure compliance
• Verify patient insurance benefits

\ As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit, the Idaho Youth Ranch is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program. The PLSF offers student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific conditions. Speak with your loan provider for more information.

This position is located in Idaho and candidates must be within a reasonable distance to our location

The Idaho Youth Ranch is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information, visit our website www.youthranch.org