ABA Authorization Specialist
Behavioral Health Works
Job Overview
Location
Remote
Salary
USD 24 - 25 hourly
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Arrangement
Remote
Sector
Healthcare & Medical
Experience Level
Junior (1-3 years)
Application Deadline
June 30, 2026
About the Company
Job Description
Behavioral Health Works is seeking a dedicated ABA Authorization Specialist to join our expanding team. This role is pivotal in ensuring our clients receive timely and uninterrupted access to essential ABA therapy services.
As an ABA Authorization Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the entire authorization process, from initial requests to reauthorizations. Your expertise will be crucial in navigating insurance requirements, tracking authorizations, and collaborating with clinical teams to secure necessary approvals.
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of healthcare authorizations and insurance processes. If you are passionate about supporting children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ensuring they receive the care they need, we encourage you to apply.
To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.
Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Submit, track, and manage initial, concurrent, and reauthorization requests for ABA therapy services.
- Monitor authorization status and proactively follow up with insurance providers to ensure timely approvals and prevent interruptions in care.
- Track authorization utilization and expiration dates, ensuring renewal requests are submitted within required timeframes.
- Communicate authorization approvals, denials, modifications, and requests for additional information to internal stakeholders.
- Collaborate with BCBAs and clinical teams to obtain treatment plans, assessments, progress reports, and supporting documentation required for authorization submissions.
- Verify payer authorization requirements and maintain knowledge of commercial insurance, Medicaid, and managed care guidelines.
- Assist with resolving authorization-related issues, denials, and appeals.
- Maintain accurate authorization records and documentation within CentralReach and other company systems.
- Ensure compliance with payer requirements, HIPAA regulations, and company policies.
- Support authorization reporting, audits, workflow improvements, and other administrative functions as needed.
Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare authorizations, insurance verification, utilization management, or a related healthcare administrative role.
- Experience with ABA therapy authorizations strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of insurance authorization processes, commercial payers, Medicaid, and managed care plans.
- Proficiency with CentralReach, including the Authorizations Module.
- Strong working knowledge of Google Workspace, including Google Sheets, Docs, Gmail, and Drive.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits & Perks
- Hourly Rate: $24-25 per hour (DOE)
- Flexible schedules
- Health, Dental, Chiropractic, and Vision Insurance
- Critical Illness, Voluntary Life, Accident, Hospital Confinement, and Basic Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Pet Insurance Discounts
- Paid Time Off
- Company-Paid Holidays (6 fixed holidays and 3 floating holidays)
- Professional Development Assistance
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reduction for Partnered Universities, including National University, California Southern University, Vanguard University, Capella University, and Purdue Global
- Flexible remote schedules
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
How to Apply
To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.
Join Our Communities
The healthcare industry is experiencing significant growth in specialized administrative roles, particularly in managing patient access to care. This position is crucial for ensuring seamless service delivery within behavioral health organizations. Key technical keywords include insurance verification, utilization management, CPT codes, and payer portals. The role's impact on business ROI is direct, as efficient authorization management minimizes claim denials and optimizes revenue cycles, supporting the organization's sustainable growth and leadership in specialized therapy services.
Posted Date
June 16, 2026
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