Clerical Assistant -Emergency Services (4928)

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Center For Family Services is seeking experienced and professional Clerical Assistant for the Warren County Designated Screening/Emergency Services Program.  This program operates a 24/7 psychiatric crisis hotline and provides psychiatric commitment assessments within Warren County, New Jersey. 

Location: Phillipsburg & Warren County, NJ

Job Type/Status: Full-Time; Tuesday- Saturday, 11am-7pm

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct bed searches for availability within psychiatric hospital units throughout the state at the start of each shift and as needed/ in real time.

  • Obtain prior authorizations from insurance companies for a client's impending psychiatric hospitalization.

  • Call hospitals within Warren County to check disposition of clients waiting for transfer to another psychiatric unit/hospital. 

  • Maintain two vehicles assigned to the DSC/ES program

    • Schedule and facilitate vehicle maintenance appointments

    • Monitor gas tank and fill gas tank as needed

    • Maintain cleanliness of program vehicles

    • Collect & replace vehicle forms on the first of each calendar month 

    • Prepare monthly vehicle use packets for  Fleet Manager

  • Assist Hospital staff with sticker labeling documents for their charts, as needed.

  • Download charts out of Hospital EPIC EHR system, organize documents and purge duplicate information for sending to psychiatric hospital admission.

  • Data entry into the USTF system as cases are accepted/discharged.

  • Use of Microsoft and Google products to record and organize work.

  • Deliver documents, as needed, to CFS Washington Office and two Hospital Emergency Departments within the county.

  • Complete documentation and reports to be submitted to supervisor on a timely basis.

  • Meet with supervisor on a regular basis and participate in regularly scheduled program meetings.

  • Take responsibility for professional development through attendance at relevant workshops and seminars.

  • Participate in Center and Program performance improvement activities.


REQUIREMENTS: 

  • High School Diploma, or equivalent

  • 2 years of administrative experience

  • Proficient computer and clerical skills

  • Current driver's license with a clean driving record of at least three years.


Benefits:

At the Center for Family Services, our employees are our greatest resource, and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.*

  • Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday

  • 401k Plan

  • Medical insurance plan options

  • Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Prescription Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Health & Wellness Activities

  • Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities

  • Opportunity for advancement

About Employment at Center For Family Services Apply and get hired at Center For Family Services, a leader in the non-profit sector and named as a top workplace in the region since 2010. As part of our team, you will be recognized as our most valuable resource. Our staff balance best practices with personalized care. Together, our team makes a positive difference in the lives of people in need. If you're interested in a rewarding career, Center For Family Services is a great place to grow as a professional. For more information about our top workplace, please visit the Center For Family Services website at www.centerffs.org.

Disclaimer Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.