Contracts Specialist

Devereux provides mental and behavioral health services as well as child welfare case management services for children, adolescents and adults whose needs are extra ordinary. As a Contracts Specialist, you will:

• Submit monthly rosters to all Managed Medicaid agencies (new hires, changes, terminations)
• Complete re-credentialing applications for: Florida Medicaid programs, Medical Doctors (MDs) and ARNPs, Renew Florida Medicaid provider numbers
• Credential all new MD and ARNP hires with Managed Medicaid agencies
• Complete system configuration requests in myAvatar (guarantor rates)
• Manage contract tracking and related Excel spreadsheets
• Maintain spreadsheets for Managed Care, commercial insurance, and Medicaid
• Coordinate and manage Managed Care audits (including medical record submissions)
• Process contracts, amendments, funding letters, and single case agreements
• Organize and lead meetings with Managed Care agencies (contracting, credentialing, claims)

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or related required

• In lieu of bachelor's degree: 5+ years experience in Contracts or Managed Care can substitute for education required

• Experience in managed care, credentialing, or healthcare administration preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with CAQH, Medicaid processes, and insurance credentialing preferred.

• Valid driver's license required
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older.
• Successfully pass pre-employment medical screenings which include: Drug Screen.
• Successfully pass a Level 2 background screening with the State of Florida. To learn more visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.    

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.  

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. 

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;  

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. 

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. 

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. 

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.