Admin Supp Spec II - Bilingual at BestCare Treatment Services Inc

Bend, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

24.93

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish, Customer Service, Data Entry, Administrative Support, Referral Management, MS Office 365, EMR Systems, Scheduling, Accounting Practices, Recordkeeping, Communication Skills, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, HIPAA Compliance, Multi-line Phone System, Critical Thinking

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description JOB SUMMARY: The Administrative Support Specialist II provides welcoming, professional, and direct front-office support as needed in assigned location(s), as well as assisting office staff with guidance on administrative functions, business requests, and resources. May serve as a mentor to other front-office staff, help to resolve lower-level issues, and refer matters to higher level staff as appropriate. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Serves as the first point of contact for clients, family members, and others, providing a welcoming and professional demeanor; Attends to appropriate requests of clients using exceptional customer service and client care; Answers multi-line phone system efficiently and professionally, transfers calls, and takes/delivers messages as needed; Is responsible for referral management, including processing of incoming referrals from internal and external parties to gather appropriate information, complete data entry into EMR, make initial contact with the client for scheduling in a timely manner, and closing the loop with the referring party; Additionally manages the referral tracking system and coordinates referrals with psychiatric care and/or other outside specialists; Creates client files as needed, verifies accuracy and completeness of all client data, runs reports for clinical staff to complete files for billing for both the file and EMR database; Organizes and schedules client appoints for all of the team to ensure the schedule is fully booked without double-bookings occurring; Is responsible for management of data entry of clinician case reports into EMR for admittance and discharge; Provides other administrative support including collecting payments, verifying insurance pay sources, verifying demographic information, obtaining client consent forms and releases of information, maintaining client attendance reports, scanning client records into EHR system, preparing and proofing reports, notices, correspondence, overseeing and maintaining office filing system and prescreening mail and faxes; Manages procurement of program supplies/equipment on behalf of the programs, coordinating with approved BestCare vendors, Admin fiscal/operations staff; Maintains supply inventory and orders supplies/tracks expenses; Oversees fiscal coordination with Finance (mgmt. of petty cash, weekly deposits, and managing client payments; Trains new staff on Front Office processes/procedures, maintaining documentation on all process changes and improvements; Schedules and participates in team meetings for administrative purposes, to take notes and coordinate projects with the larger team; Supports the office operating needs and changes with office space and serves as the point of contact for needs/questions of approved contracted vendors such as the landlord, cleaning company, and landscape company; Manages the program team’s schedule, including organization of schedule template in EMR, Outlook and Teams platforms; Organizes, manages, and communicates the schedule for community meetings and internal meetings in the conference room; Provides complex, confidential, and specialized clerical and administrative activities in support of the program; May be engaged with entering additional data for MOTs, EAP, Health App organizations, and Problem Gambling data into additional outside platforms; Follows accounting and recordkeeping policies and practices in assigned program; Creates, maintains, and enters information accurately into databases and EHR system; Conducts regular safety inspections and ensures all documentation logs are completed for safety equipment, PPE in stock, utilized/completes safety documentation related to safety aspects; Answers and creates professional emails daily, documents outreach to clients, and documents incoming referrals; Ensures that the reception area and office are kept clean, sanitized, and presentable; Conducts special projects as directed; Other related duties as assigned. ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Models BestCare’s mission, vision, and values, promoting integrity, compassion, and collaboration; Supports the organization’s commitment to equity and inclusion, fostering an environment of open-mindedness, cultural awareness and respect for all individuals; Aligns department goals with organizational strategic initiatives; Complies with Code of Conduct, Business Ethics, Employee Handbook, and all relevant policies and OARs; Maintains professionalism, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR, and Oregon statutes; Completes assigned training timely and satisfactorily, and attends other seminars, training, and educational opportunities to develop professional skills and abilities; Ensures that any required certifications and/or licenses are kept current and renewed timely; Works independently and collaboratively as a positive member of the BestCare team; Performs other organizational duties as assigned. Requirements EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Assoc. degree or college-level business courses + 2 years’ solid business/office experience or HSD (or equivalent) + 4 years’ solid business/office experience LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Must maintain a valid Oregon Driver License or ability to obtain one upon hire and be insurable under the organization’s auto liability coverage policy (minimum 21 years of age and with no Type A violations in the past 3 years, or three (3) or more Type B violations) and must have a reliable vehicle with adequate insurance to travel as needed. PREFERRED: Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred Experience with multi-line phone system is preferred REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: Must have demonstrated competency or ability to attain competency for each of the following within a reasonable period: Bilingual in English/Spanish a must as this position will work closely with our bilingual community; Strong proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), EMR system, MOTS, virtual meeting platforms, internet, and ability to learn new or updated software Proficiency with report-writing techniques and strong understanding of basic accounting practices and recordkeeping Ability to understand and follow BestCare’s accounting and recordkeeping practices Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and ability to apply these skills to engage with clients, family members, or community resources Ability to show compassion towards individuals with mental health and substance abuse disorders within a culturally diverse community Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with an emphasis on grammar and punctuation; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines Critical thinking skills Ability to maintain strict confidence as required by HIPAA, 42 CFR, and Federal and State regulations Ability to work effectively and respectfully in a diverse, multi-cultural environment Ability to manage a multi-line phone professionally and efficiently, and take accurate phone messages to route timely to the appropriate person Ability to work independently as well as participating as a positive, collaborative team member. Ability to build and maintain trust and positive relationships with co-workers and other staff or community partners Ability to function well and use good judgment in a high-paced and at times stressful environment Ability to manage conflict resolution and anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately and effectively TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: Standard office equipment including computer/laptop, copy/fax/scanning machine, printer, telephone, and multi-line phone. WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work environment is respectful, multi-cultural and inclusive, and the characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires the employee to dress in a manner that meets the standards for professional attire at Best Care or per department-or job-specific requirements (See Dress Code Policy in Employee Handbook). Other working conditions/demands include: Primarily indoors (95%) and 100% in-person Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer/laptop, with occasional standing and walking Exerts force or lifts/carries up to 10-20 pounds at times Pushes/pulls 50-75 pounds occasionally Continuous use of arms, wrists, hands to perform repetitive tasks/motions Occasional grasping/squeezing and reaching above or below shoulder-level Must be able to hear alarms/telephone/audio/normal speaking voice Must be able to drive motor vehicle to perform job May be exposed to communicable disease

Responsibilities

The Administrative Support Specialist II provides front-office support, manages client referrals, and coordinates scheduling for clinical staff. They also handle data entry into EMR systems, maintain office supplies, and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.