Central Access Specialist; Full-Time; Days

Overview Join Our Team as a Central Access Specialist! Are you passionate about helping others? Do you thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment where your skills can make a real difference?

We’re looking for a dedicated Central Access Specialist to join our team and play a crucial role in connecting individuals with vital integrated (medical and behavioral) health services.

The Central Access Specialist is often the first voice someone hears when they reach out for assistance. Are you ready to be that voice of hope?

If you're ready to make a positive impact and help individuals on their journey to recovery, we invite you to apply. Become part of a team that values excellence in customer service and is dedicated to improving lives in our community.

This full-time position is located in Bloomington, IL and individual must be able sit for extended periods while managing calls and performing data entry.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral and primary health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to almost 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri.

We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers.

Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A. Please note to be considered for a position you must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions.

Responsibilities Provide Exceptional Customer Service : Answer incoming calls with professionalism and compassion, ensuring a supportive experience for consumers and potential consumers.

Screen and Register Clients : Gather essential demographic information and perform clinical screenings to facilitate access to services.

Coordinate Appointments : Schedule and provide details for initial and follow-up appointments, ensuring consumers know what to expect.

Verify Benefits : Utilize web-based applications to confirm insurance coverage and document accordingly. Contribute to Quality Improvement : Participate in data gathering and support program development initiatives.

Promote Recovery-Oriented Practices : Champion trauma-informed care principles in every interaction.Qualifications Education : High school diploma or GED with 5 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.

g., social work, psychology) with 2 years of clinical experience, or a Master’s degree in a helping profession. Skills : Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities;

experience with data entry and electronic health records is preferred. Experience : Background in admissions, scheduling, or screening in mental health or human services is essential.

Technical Proficiency : Strong keyboarding skills and familiarity with office procedures and equipment.Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement?

Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities.

We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care.

Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits! EOE Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.