Long Term Care (LTC) Eligibility Processor

Colorado Access; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Annual bonus program

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Colorado Access in Denver seeks a Long Term Care (LTC) Eligibility Processor to manage LTC applications, educate clients, and collect income and other documentation for timely determinations.

The role requires CBMS experience, strong communication, and attention to detail within a hybrid work setting. The position offers a mission-driven environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience determining medical eligibility within CBMS.
• One year determining Long-Term care Medicaid Eligibility experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process Long Term Care (LTC) applications for clients and gather income/financial documentation.
• Provide superior client service and verify eligibility requirements and documentation.
• Conduct thorough interviews to verify information and assess fraudulent documentation.
• Collaborate with state disability contractor as needed to determine disability.
• Work with Single Entry Point agencies to begin ULTC100 forms for functional eligibility.
• Enter data in CBMS and process applications within required timeframes.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree in health or related field

Job description

Long Term Care (LTC) Eligibility Processor

Regency Plaza, 4643 S Ulster Street, Suite 700, Denver, Colorado, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Thevision of Colorado Accessis to have healthy communities transformed by the care that people want at a cost we can all afford. Our mission is to partner with communities and empower people through access to quality, affordable care.

Why should you consider a career with Colorado Access?

We are a Colorado-based company, working to improve the health of our state. We care for individuals, families, and children who receive health care under Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) and Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program). O ur focus is driving improvements in quality, member experience, outcomes, and cost. We are a mission-driven organization whose foundation is built by our vision, supported by our values and pillared by diversity, equity and inclusion.

• Find work/life balance: We offer PTO, floating holidays, nine company paid holidays, a hybrid work environment, an Employee Assistance Program and a 401K.
• Be a part of something bigger and make an impact : We serve the underserved and most vulnerable populations in our community through access to quality and affordable health care. No matter what you do for Colorado Access, you are impacting our community and making a difference.
• Sharpen your skills, learn, and grow : We support your continued development through tuition reimbursement, leadership training, promotion opportunities, performance evaluations, employee recognition, and a language pay stipend.

What you will do:

We are looking for a LONG-TERM CARE (LTC) ELIGIBILITY PROCESSOR who can help shape our vision and support our mission. Here is what the position will look like.

• Serves as primary eligibility resource to process Long Term Care (LTC) applications for clients by educating clients on information needed for a timely determination and by gathering income documentation, financial documentation and other necessary supporting information. Provides assistance with the application process telephonically, via mail and in person.
• Provides superior client service to clients including but not limited to eligibility requirements for verifying documentation such as bank statements, trust documents and real estate records, etc. to determine eligibility accurately.
• Conducts thorough interviews with clients to verify accuracy of information and to determine and/or rule out fraudulent documentation. Determines periods of ineligibility (POI) if any resources have been given away by the client in the past five years.
• Per the State requirements, LTC processors will work in conjunction with the state disability contractor, the Action Review Group (ARG), to determine if the client meets the Social Security Administration definition of a disability when necessary.
• Works closely with Single Entry Point agencies to begin ULTC100 forms for functional eligibility determination for clients requesting Long Term Care services.
• Utilizes the State’s CBMS system to enter data and process all applications to determine eligibility while holding the highest regards to accuracy, quality, security and privacy of the CBMS system.
• Processes all applications including in person, mailed in or dropped off applications in the required time frames mandated by the State contract, this includes all aspects of case updates as reported by the client and ongoing case maintenance activities.
• Utilizes resource materials, policies and procedures, handouts, databases and training opportunities to ensure accuracy and quality of all aspects of application processing.
• Meets individual performance production requirements, quality and client service standards as assigned by the department management team.
• Attends all trainings and participates in internal and external performance audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Assists clients in a professional, ethical manner following State guidelines to ensure the privacy of Protected Health Information.
• Works with Community Providers / Facilities regarding changes or status of individual client cases when necessary. Develop relationships with Community Providers / Facilities and educate them on program rules and regulations as needed.

What you will bring:

Education : High school diploma required. Associates degree in health, social services or additional college courses preferred.

Experience : Minimum of two years’ experience determining medical eligibility within CBMS. One year determining Long-Term care Medicaid Eligibility experience. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Demonstrates professionalism with face to face interactions with clients. Able to effectively communicate with diverse clients. Knowledge of local health and community agencies and providers preferred. Demonstrates support for the company’s mission, vision and values. Position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Able to work independently in a high-volume environment Requires the ability to use the Colorado Benefits Management System (CBMS) to facilitate quality outcomes and or resolutions for the benefit of clients, providers and Colorado Access. May be required to manage multiple priorities and projects with tight deadlines.

Licenses/Certifications : Training Certification from the Colorado Health Care & Economic Security,the Staff Development Center. This certification can be acquired before or after hiring and must be obtained within 90 days of employment. A valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance will be required.

Together we will be : an innovative and collaborative team who supports each other, the employees and vision of the company to reach our goals individually, together and as an organization.

Pay, Perks and Benefits at Colorado Access:

The compensation for this position is $51,600.00 - $58,240.00 annually and is a non-exempt (hourly) position. Colorado Access has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what Colorado Access may pay for the position at the time of posting. Colorado Access may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

In addition to being part of a mission driven organization serving our community, as an eligible Colorado Access employee, you’ll receive a generous benefits package, that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance that starts the first day of the month following start date.
• Supplemental insurance such as critical illness and accidental injury.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending account options.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and AD&D (employee, spouse and dependent).
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, dependent).
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement (based on eligibility).
• Annual bonus program (based on eligibility, requirements and performance).

Where you will work:

This position will be a hybrid model work environment, a blend of ‘In-Office’ and ‘Remote

We are not able to support out of state employees at this time as we continue to serve our members and community in the metro Denver area and across the beautiful state of Colorado.

Colorado Access is committed to providing equal opportunities to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. We strive to maintain a work environment that is free from unlawful harassment and discrimination.

Regency Plaza, 4643 S Ulster Street, Suite 700, Denver, Colorado, United States of America