Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Intake Coordinator
Location : Akron, Ohio
Job Type : Full-Time
Department : Intake
Reports To : Director of Operations
Position Summary
The Intake Coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for new and existing clients, referral sources, and caregivers for a non-medical home care agency. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of the intake process, including answering inbound calls, gathering client information, verifying insurance or payer-source eligibility, scheduling services, and coordinating communication between clients, caregivers, and internal staff. The Intake Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring timely service initiation, accurate documentation, and smooth daily operations.
Key Responsibilities
Intake & Client Coordination
- Answer incoming phone calls and respond to inquiries from prospective clients, families, referral sources, and staff in a professional and timely manner
- Complete intake for new clients, including collecting demographic, service, and payer information
- Enter and maintain accurate client data in the agency’s scheduling and / or electronic record system
- Communicate service details, start-of-care timelines, and expectations to clients and families
Scheduling & Staffing Support
Schedule caregiver visits based on client needs, caregiver availability, and agency guidelinesCoordinate schedule changes, cancellations, and call-offsCommunicate schedules, updates, and care-related information to personal care assistants and aidesAssist with resolving scheduling conflicts and coverage gapsInsurance & Payor Verification
Verify insurance eligibility and authorization requirements for non-medical home care servicesObtain and track required documentation related to insurance, private pay, or waiver servicesCommunicate coverage details and service limitations to clients and internal staffCaregiver & Internal Communication
Serve as a liaison between clients, caregivers, and office staffCommunicate client preferences, care instructions, and service updates to aidesEscalate concerns, complaints, or service issues to management as appropriateAdministrative & Compliance Support
Maintain organized and accurate intake records and supporting documentationEnsure intake processes align with agency policies, procedures, and applicable regulationsAssist with audits, reports, and administrative tasks as assignedRequired Qualifications
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience as an Intake Coordinator or in an intake-related role within a non-medical home care or personal care agencyPrior experience handling intakes, scheduling, and client coordination in a home care settingKnowledge of non-skilled home care services, workflows, and terminologyExperience verifying insurance or payer eligibility for home care servicesHigh school Diploma / GEDPreferred Qualifications
Experience with home care scheduling or electronic health record systemsStrong understanding of private pay, waiver, or managed care processesCollege DegreeSkills & Competencies
Strong verbal and written communication skillsExcellent organizational and multitasking abilitiesCustomer-service oriented with a calm, professional demeanorAbility to handle high call volume and fast-paced environmentsStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all timesWork Environment
Office-based role with frequent phone and computer useOn-Site