Intake Specialist (Mandarin)

The Intake Specialist supports the full intake cycle for prospective ABA therapy clients, serving as a key point of contact for families, referring providers, and internal departments throughout enrollment. Working under the direction of the Lead Intake Specialist, this role is responsible for capturing and processing new referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, coordinating initial documentation, and supporting authorization workflows to move families from referral to active service as efficiently as possible. The ideal candidate is organized, compassionate, detail-oriented, and comfortable navigating healthcare insurance processes in a high-volume, regulated environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Referral Intake & Processing

• Receive and log all incoming referrals via phone, fax, email, and referral portals in the intake tracking system accurately and in real time
• Conduct initial eligibility screenings to verify insurance coverage, benefit levels, and ABA service authorization requirements
• Gather and organize all required intake documentation from families and referring providers, including diagnostic evaluations, prescription letters, and consent forms
• Communicate referral receipt and next-step instructions to families promptly and professionally
• Escalate complex or high-priority referrals to the Lead Intake Specialist as appropriate

Authorization Support