• Job Description

  Req#: R0073956

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  Closing Date:

  08/08/2025

  
  Type of Position:

  Instructional Development

  
  Job Type:

  Regular

  
  Work Shift:

  Day Shift (United States of America)

  Sponsorship Available:

  No

  
  Institution Name:

  University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

  
  The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
  

  UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

  Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

  The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

  Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

  All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
  

  For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu .

  
  Department:

  ICE | BHSL Child PRI 5S IP C

  
  Department's Website:

  
  Summary of Job Duties:

  The Health Education Specialist (Care Coordinator) for the Psychiatric Research Institute (PRI) Child Diagnostic Inpatient Unit (CDU) uses critical skills to gather patient information from multiple sources for new child inpatient admission.
  
  The Health Education Specialist helps to coordinate and submit clinical information for Prior Authorizations to the PASSEs for admission to the Child Diagnostic Unit. The Health Education Specialist will have to understand processes of CDU admission, assessment, treatment and discharge, yet also have an understanding of Arkansas Medicaid, the PASSEs, and TEFRA. The Health Education Specialist coordinates admissions, care and discharge by speaking with the patient’s family members, providers, and schools. If needed, they will help coordinate discharge care including sending referrals for hospitalization recommendations (residential, Optum/PASSE screening, new outpatient providers). They will meet with families at admission and obtain release of information for all outpatient providers, schools, and past hospitalizations.
  
  
  Duties may include, but are not limited to: office administration and organization, arranging outpatient services, making outpatient follow-up appointments, sending confidential patient records. Participate in treatment team for information sharing and discharge planning. Patient contact may include reviewing insurance documentation for signature, confirming patient family contact information or collecting other patient information necessary for discharge planning. The Education Specialist will send discharge reports to outpatient providers and schools. The Education Specialist will assist families with reintegration into the community by contacting schools or outpatient treatment providers with advice for implementing treatment recommendations when needed. The Education Specialist will have access to patient electronic medical records and will participate in quality improvement and staff development activities at the department level. The Education Specialist receives direction from the CDU Medical Director.

  
  Qualifications:

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Business, or related field plus Two (2) years of behavioral health or other health care experience OR High School Diploma plus 6 years of experience.
  • Mental Health Paraprofessional (MHPP) Certifications within 90 days of hire

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • MHPP Certification
  • CPI Certification

  
  Additional Information:

  
  Salary Information:

  
  Required Documents to Apply:

  
  Optional Documents:

  
  Special Instructions to Applicants:

  
  Recruitment Contact Information:

  Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

  
  All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

  Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

  
  Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

  Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

  
  This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

  
  Constant Physical Activity:

  Hearing

  
  Frequent Physical Activity:

  Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

  
  Occasional Physical Activity:

  Standing, Walking

  
  Benefits Eligible:

• About the company

  The University of Arkansas is a public land-grant, research university in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

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