Mend: for Mental & Behavioral Healthcare Providers

On Friday, June 21 members and staff from Gándara’s Peer Recovery Support Center’s Hope for Holyoke and VALOR participated in a variety of outdoor recreational activities at Ashland State Park including hiking and fishing as well as enjoyed a summer cookout, which was generously funded by a grant from the MA Office of Outdoor Recreation (MOOR)

Glimmers, the opposite of triggers, are worth noting. What things made you smile? What provided you with a slice of happiness and joy? According to Deb Dana, licensed clinical social worker and author, glimmers help us feel safe and calm. #AltText: Image 1: "What are your glimmers" Image 2:"Glimmer, noun, glim-mer. Small moments when our biology is in a place of connection or regulation, which cues our nervous systems to feel safe or calm. https://lnkd.in/e6fS98cB" Image 3: "glimmers... a heart in the clouds, a beautiful sunset, calling a friend, blooming flowers, fluffy pillows, a complement from a stranger, prrrss from a kitty, a catchy tune, a familiar scent..."

WE'RE HIRING! HEALTHCARE BILLING SPECIALIST / LONGVIEW, TEXAS Job scope:  Responsible for billing for center Intellectual Disabilities provider and authority program services programs. The Billing Specialist operates and maintains billing systems for various programs within developmental disability service array. The position is responsible for data entry relevant to billing systems and processing of accounts payable for a variety of payer sources. The position ensures that all claims or invoices are submitted accurately and within required timeframes. Maintains proper backup for all related third party billing and contract transactions and submits monthly billing reports to the Center's accounting department. The position also assists in audits as necessary and required by applicable payers and contractors. Position requires use of independent judgment, an in-depth understanding of specified state contracts and third party/contract billing and payment requirements, MIS programs, and the ability to interact with peers, program managers and state contract managers. Education/licensure: High School Diploma Required - Completion of courses in business / business administration preferred Current valid driver's license in state of residence. Experience/Knowledge: Requires advanced organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks Requires advanced oral and written communication skills with emphasis on extracting and providing concise and accurate information Requires knowledge of center third party funding sources / programs and applicable billing requirements Experience in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding preferred. Knowledge of basic business administration principles Demonstrates aptitude for logical and deliberate problem solving and decision making Demonstrates competency in Microsoft Word / Excel and ability to learn multiple billing software applications Computer data entry experience / emphasizing speed and accuracy. Physical requirements that are bona fide occupational qualifications essential to the performance of the job: Moderate lifting and carrying up to a maximum of 35 pounds. Sitting for prolonged periods, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching above shoulder height. Fine motor skills necessary to operate essential office equipment. Ability to read and visual acuity to decipher printed information at 8 lines per inch. Work site is inside office environment. APPLY NOW... https://lnkd.in/gg3Wp-S5

#DYK?: Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics provide: ✅ comprehensive ✅ high-quality ✅ community-based behavioral health care 24/7 for everyone, regardless of where they live or their ability to pay. https://lnkd.in/dRp-M-UY