Administrative Assistant at WELLSPRING INC

Bangor, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Word Processing, Microsoft Word, Billing, Accounts Receivable, Client Confidentiality, Office Management, Data Collection, Receptionist Skills, Scheduling, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Record Maintenance

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Administrative Assistant SUPERVISED BY: Program Director HOURS: Full Time at 40 hours per week BASIC PURPOSE: To provide administrative and support services to client programs QUALIFICATIONS: Experienced in administrative skills with a knowledge of word processing, preferably, Microsoft Word for Windows; proficiency in spelling, punctuation and grammar. Good organizational and detail skills. High school diploma required, Associates or Bachelors degree preferred. Excellent telephone skills and manners. Ability to relate maturely and professionally with people in recovery. Ability to protect client confidentiality in all aspects of work. A valid driver’s license and use of a car is necessary. KEY RESULT AREAS: Interacts with clients, other staff and the public in a polite, respectful manner. Management of agency’s office system to provide necessary support for clinical and administrative staff including maintenance of client case record and recording systems. Completes third party billings (MaineCare, VA, DHHS). Verifies MaineCare status and continued eligibility on a monthly basis; assures clients respond to requests for updated information. Facilitates completion of MaineCare and Food Stamp applications. Maintains statistics for reimbursement from funding agencies. Maintains telecommunication system. Maintains accounts receivable system. Maintains, orders and controls office supply inventory as needed. Transports clients as needed in agency vehicle. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: [May not include all of the duties assigned] Acts as a receptionist, answering and processing telephone calls for program in a courteous and professional manner. Uses and maintains in good working order office equipment, including, but not limited to: computer, photocopier, and telephone equipment. Types, files and photocopies as required by the administrative and clinical staff. Audits charts on a monthly basis and as needed. Maintains supply of all necessary forms; destroys outdated forms. Collects and distributes agency mail between programs as requested. Schedules screening appointments and client appointments for psychiatric consultant and program director. Prepares and submits all third party payer applications and invoices. Prepares client invoices for pharmacy and room & board charges. Collects client fees and expense reimbursements. Collects taxi vouchers, reconciles pharmacy bill, petty cash and sends to bookkeeper for payment. Processes SNAP applications in a timely manner. Acts as the authorized representative of the agency with the SNAP office of the Department of Human Services, as assigned. Maintains data collection, waiting lists and statistics as required. Travels between program sites, training, miscellaneous errands, and other meetings as required. Acts as secretarial back up to other programs, as requested. Maintains confidentiality of all client related information. Performs other duties as required by the Program Director. PERFORMANCE FACTORS: Attendance and Dependability: Reports to work promptly at assigned hours and is seldom absent from work; submits accurate time sheets to the supervisor. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments. 2. Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with clients, colleagues, and other individuals inside and outside the company while maintaining confidentiality of all client related information. 3. Relationships with Others: Conveys a welcoming, empathic, hopeful attitude towards people with co-occurring conditions and supports a philosophy of dual recovery. Engages and welcomes people in ways that convey respect for diversity in a culturally appropriate way. Demonstrates high professional/ethical standards and works well with others as part of the treatment team. Has a therapeutic approach of being empathetic, respectful, and motivational, while encouraging clients to take responsibility for their lives. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The classification of this position is considered non-exempt from the pay provisions of the Fair Labor and Standards Act.

Responsibilities

Provides administrative and support services for client programs, including managing office systems and maintaining client case records. Handles third-party billing, coordinates appointments, and assists clients with benefit applications.