Medicaid - Funding Specialist

Absolute Law Group is rapidly expanding and looking for full-time Medicaid Assistants to join our growing company!

Who are we?

At Absolute Law Group, we are a team of Medicaid Planning professionals, attorneys, and paralegals dedicated to improving the quality of life for the elder community and their families. We help families navigate through the Medicaid application process, from start to finish, to achieve financial assistance for long-term care. We believe in creating a work environment that provides growth potential within the company while fostering the goals of each individual, both personal and professional.

About the role:

We are seeking a Medicaid/Funding Specialist who will play a vital role in the company by working closely with the clients to plan for and submit an individual’s Medicaid application for long-term care assistance. The position requires a resourceful, self-directed team player capable of handling multiple tasks, including research and communication with clients via email, phone, and/or in person. Collecting required application materials, and drafting documents. This person will be supported by a Medicaid Planner and will report to the Team Leader.

$17 - $18 hourly DOE

The objective of the Medicaid/Funding Specialist is to facilitate the successful approval of an individual’s Medicaid application. This position requires detailed attention to project management as well as providing the best possible experience for the client.

Key Responsibilities:

The scope of the role is primarily focused on supporting clients through the complicated Medicaid application process. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Handling strategic Medicaid eligibility planning and management of a caseload of 10-40 Applicants.
• Facilitating the onboarding of new clients by reviewing their Intake Questionnaire, completing financial calculations, and conducting the client Intake call.
• Assessing the applicant’s household and financial situation to identify the best path to eligibility.
• Overseeing all client requests and ensuring that the client’s needs and questions are responded to in a timely manner.
• Working with the client, and other team members, to develop and implement a comprehensive eligibility strategy.
• Conducting state and county-specific research related to Medicaid application procedures.
• Collecting required Medicaid documents from the client (pdfs, jpegs, and other electronic files).
• Completing forms, drafting documents, and submitting required application paperwork.
• Sending and receiving faxed documents electronically.
• Scheduling appointments utilizing Outlook Calendar.
• Communicating directly with Medicaid agencies and caseworkers.
• Receiving and sending related documents and correspondence.
• Following company policies to ensure client information is transmitted securely.
• Attending weekly team meetings to stay informed about processes and procedures.
• May provide other tasks as needed.

• Experience and knowledge of Medicaid eligibility and long-term care benefits are strongly preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and manage several milestones and projects efficiently.
• Experience with understanding financial statements, financial assets, and bank statements and work in Microsoft Excel strongly preferred.
• Professional written and verbal skills are essential when communicating with clients.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Should be resourceful and be a proactive problem solver.

Absolute Law Group is a growing estate planning and elder law firm. Our passionate, kind-hearted, and driven team is looking to welcome an additional team member who values helping the aging population.