Administrative Assistant - Behavioral Healthcare

Administrative Assistant CONREP Satellite (works at Virgil site) FULL TIME *SUMMARY OF POSITION* The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for coordinating referrals of clients both coming into the program and transferring to other programs.
This process will involve assembling, tracking, requesting, generating, filing and submitting referral documents across facilities.
The Administrative Assistant will work closely with the Evaluation Unit; STRP, LA CONREP, and SD CONREP staff; CONREP programs across the state; the Department of State Hospitals; and other programs within the CONREP system.
The Administrative assistant will be knowledgeable of all documentation content, referral documentation requirements, and procedures for submitting and accepting referrals.
In these processes, the Administrative Assistant will take a proactive approach in ensuring timely, accurate, and thorough referrals across programs.
The Administrative Assistant will also assist with daily office duties as needed to ensure front office coverage.
* ESSENTIAL DUTIES:* * Ability to type 40 wpm without mistakes * Knowledge of office machines * Computer literacy including experience with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (i.
e.
, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), electronic health records, and pdf readers * Ability to operate basic telephone system, transfer, and direct calls, and take accurate messages * Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
* Ability to produce reports and business correspondence * Attention to detail and enjoyment of work requiring this skill * Effective interpersonal and organizational skills * Ability to work independently and with frequent interruptions.
* Ability to be flexible, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks * Demonstrated ability to make decisions and work independently when circumstances warrant * Ability to work and relate effectively with coworkers, visitors, members of the community, state hospital staff, other CONREP programs, and law enforcement * Ability to tactfully relate to clients with mental illnesses * Ability to handle encounters with clients who may be unstable, angry, hostile, agitated, or intoxicated by alcohol or street drugs, in an appropriate and effective manner * Ability to use good judgment and to remain calm in crisis situations * Ability to cope with situations that cause stress*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Coordinates client referrals coming into the program and transferring to other programs.
* Assembles, tracks, requests, generate files, and submits referral documents across facilities.
* Works closely with the Evaluation Unit; STRP, LA CONREP, and SD CONREP staff; CONREP programs across the state; the Department of State Hospitals; and other programs within the CONREP system.
* Is knowledgeable of all documentation content, referral documentation requirements, and procedures for submitting and accepting referrals.
Communicates this information to referring parties and educates them on procedures as needed.
* Takes a proactive approach in ensuring timely, accurate, and thorough referrals across programs.
* Identifies referral barriers and proactively seeks resolution.
* Updates key players, including DSH, on the status of all referrals.
* Ensures all those connected to a referral are kept updated on the status and any changes.
* Coordinates placement dates and transportation with the respective programs.
* Processes all requests for records and subpoena duces tecum.
* Assists the front office staff with coverage as needed to ensure the operations run smoothly.
* Coordinates with the Administrative Assistant to the FNP in quality assurance measures to ensure the records have the required documentation.
*EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS* Two (2) years of general typing, clerical, and receptionist experience with at least one (1) year at an executive or administrative level *EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES* High School Diploma *REQUIREMENTS* * Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance.
* Valid California Driver’s license.
* TB clearance.
* Driving record acceptable for coverage by Gateways insurance carrier.
* Fire and Safety Training\*.
* First Aid Training Certification\*.
* CPR Certification\*.
* Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)\*\* * Note: If indicated certifications/licenses are lacking, they must be obtained within 180 days of hire.
\*\*Training needs to be completed within 30 days from the date of hire on a designated date provided by on-boarding.
Staff need to be certified at the commensurate level for their role to perform their job duties (staff will be taken off the schedule if certification is not achieved).
*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS* * To perform this job, you must be able to carry out all essential functions successfully.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
* Employee will be required to lift and/or move unassisted up to 25 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.
00 - $22.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person