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Admissions Coordinator
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Job ID: 36892
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs - Michael J Fitzmaurice Veterans Home
Location: Hot Springs, SD
Salary: $ 23.56 to $29.00 - depending on qualifications and experience
Pay Grade: GH
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a full-time position with the Department of Veterans Affairs. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, please visit https://vetaffairs.sd.gov/ .
The Admissions Coordinator is the primary point of contact for prospective residents at the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (MJFSVH). The Admissions Coordinator manages the admissions process which includes application intake, document and information gathering, interdepartmental coordination, applicant tours, applicant communication and outreach to inform and advise the public that the MJFSVH is a long-term care option for veterans and their eligible dependents.
Specific duties will include:
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of
Skills
Abilities
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Onsite at MJFSVH in Hot Springs; travel may be required 25% to 50% of the time throughout the state and surrounding border states.
Computer and phone work with periods of standing/walking during applicant tours and day-of-admission activities.
Additional Requirements: Please attach a copy of your resume and a cover letter.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=4J1
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
#LI-Onsite
Job ID: 36892
Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs - Michael J Fitzmaurice Veterans Home
Location: Hot Springs, SD
Salary: $ 23.56 to $29.00 - depending on qualifications and experience
Pay Grade: GH
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a full-time position with the Department of Veterans Affairs. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, please visit https://vetaffairs.sd.gov/ .
The Admissions Coordinator is the primary point of contact for prospective residents at the Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home (MJFSVH). The Admissions Coordinator manages the admissions process which includes application intake, document and information gathering, interdepartmental coordination, applicant tours, applicant communication and outreach to inform and advise the public that the MJFSVH is a long-term care option for veterans and their eligible dependents.
Specific duties will include:
- Serve as the point of contact for applicants, families and referral sources guiding applicants through requirements and timelines.
- Receive and review applications for completeness; assist applicants in gathering required documentation and ensure accuracy prior to routing to the admissions team.
- Follow established timelines and process completed applications to Nursing, Business Office and Pharmacy; tracking acknowledgements and recommendations and keeping stakeholders informed.
- Administer prioritizations and waitlist processes consistent with veteran eligibility and statutory requirements maintaining accurate and current lists.
- Maintain and organize electronic applicant records and ensure retention in accordance with applicable policy and state statutes.
- Coordinate with Nursing, Social Services, Pharmacy and Business Office to ensure capacity, readiness and smooth day-of-admission handoffs.
- Contribute to ongoing process improvements.
- Conduct outreach to inform outside agencies about this facility being a long-term care option and to assist with the completion of required admissions documentation when necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
- high school diploma or equivalent;
- customer service oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite of products.
Preferred Qualifications
- familiarity with long-term care setting and regulatory frameworks;
- experience in a long-term care setting;
- familiarity with Federal Department of Veterans Affairs, Medicaid, Medicare and private insurance benefits.
Knowledge of
- applicable state statutes for long-term care and the South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs.
Skills
- organization and time management;
- interviewing and customer service;
- multi-department coordination;
- clear communication.
Abilities
- maintain strict accuracy under time constraints;
- prioritization of competing demands;
- adaptable.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Onsite at MJFSVH in Hot Springs; travel may be required 25% to 50% of the time throughout the state and surrounding border states.
Computer and phone work with periods of standing/walking during applicant tours and day-of-admission activities.
Additional Requirements: Please attach a copy of your resume and a cover letter.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=4J1
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
#LI-Onsite
