Billing Specialist: Insurance Claims & Front Desk Support

salvarmycareers; Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army – Harbor Light Center in Illinois is seeking a Billing Specialist to support billing operations, submit claims to insurers and funders, and manage related office duties. You will handle data entry, process payments, and assist reception as needed, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with program guidelines.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least two years in secretarial/office work with computer operation plus two years in insurance billing.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least two years in secretarial/office work with computer operation.
• Two years in insurance billing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit clean claims to insurance companies and state funders.
• Process payments from insurance companies.
• Complete pre-authorizations for insurance plans.
• Enter client data and transactions into the system.
• Handle front desk duties when needed (reception, phones, routing).
• Maintain and file records; monthly close of data.
• Check DARTS/Medicaid status for accuracy.

Skills

Insurance billing

Data entry

Customer service

Typing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Salvation Army – Harbor Light Center in Illinois is seeking a Billing Specialist to support billing operations, submit claims to insurers and funders, and manage related office duties. You will handle data entry, process payments, and assist reception as needed, while ensuring accuracy and compliance with program guidelines.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least two years in secretarial/office work with computer operation plus two years in insurance billing.