Experience Required
1 - 20 years
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/G.E.D.
Compensation
$17.00 - $20.00 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
Requisition: 2026-197028
AUTHORIZATION SPECIALIST
Job Locations
US-KY-LOUISVILLE | US-IL-SPRINGFIELD | US-IL-DECATUR | US-MO-COLUMBIA | US-VA-SALEM | US-VA-FRONT ROYAL
ID 2026-197028 Line of Business SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care Position Type Full-Time Pay Min USD $17.00/Hr. Pay Max USD $20.00/Hr.
Our Company
SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care
Overview
Join our team and help change a child's life! We are currently seeking an ABA Authorization Specialist for a hybrid or remote role with SpringHealth Behavioral.
The ideal candidate will:
Be familiar with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) service delivery
Have experience with insurance authorizations, referrals, intake coordination, or related administrative functions
Be highly organized and detail-oriented
Demonstrate strong communication and customer service skills
Be able to effectively prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Work independently while collaborating with remote and clinic-based team members
This position plays a critical role in supporting our clients, families, and clinical teams while helping ensure efficient access to services.
Responsibilities
Answer telephones and provide excellent customer service to our professional staff and insurance representatives
Run and utilize computer reports regularly
Observe confidentiality and safeguard all patient related information
Provide accurate, complete updates to Agency management on status of authorizations for all patients requiring treatment authorization
Ensures authorization is obtained and tracked for all patients whose insurance requires pre-authorization
Is responsible for seeing that objectives are implemented, follows, and promotes agency policies and procedures
Ensure all authorization requests are documented clearly
Participate in the orientation and education of other employees as relates to Authorization department
Observes confidentiality and safeguard all patient related information
Notifies Supervisor of problems in a timely manner and works to help provide solutions
Completes ongoing education requirements and demonstrates ongoing competency in required areas
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school graduate or GED
Minimum of one year of experience in Health Care billing and/or authorization practices
General knowledge of the framework, organization, and function of home care
Sound knowledge of health care operations and third-party reimbursement
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer) with the ability to learn industry specific software applications
Solid organizational skills, thoroughness, and a keen attention to detail with the ability to multi-task while prioritizing effectively
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Excellent, oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Professional appearance and demeanor
About our Line of Business
SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, offers a holistic approach and integrated care for people with cognitive, developmental, or intellectual disabilities who often need additional resources. The behavior analysts, therapists, social workers, counselors, and psychologists at SpringHealth combine their expertise to deliver high-quality behavioral services for clients to live more positive, active, and social lives. For more information, please visit www.springhealthbehavioral.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Additional Job Information
Ideal candidate would have ABA background in billing and authorizations
Salary Range
USD $17.00 - $20.00 / Hour
Res-Care, Inc., dba BrightSpring Health Services (“ResCare”), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ResCare does not discriminate against any person on the basis of gender, r ace, color, national origin, r eligion, disability, age, veteran status, gender identity or s exual orientation in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment, or on the basis of gender in its health programs and activities.
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
2026-197028