Admin Support​/Intake Specialist - GRHS, Savannah, GA

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Job Title:

Admin Support/Intake Specialist - GRHS, Savannah, GAAgency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Job

Requisition :

Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details:$34,455.20

Job Description:

GRHS is seeking candidates for the position of Admin Support/Intake Coordinator for our Admissions/ Temporary Observation Unit.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Job Description Duties include, but are not limited to:

Provides clerical support to the Admissions Unit Assists with the observation / monitoring of adult individuals with mental health issues

Registers individuals, obtaining demographic information and obtaining consents and insurance information

Demonstrates a working knowledge of computer software

Operates multiple-line phone system

Learns new software programs

Communicates with staff, individuals, and outside customers

Works in Avatar and the electronic Behavioral Health Link (BHL) Board for referrals made to GA Regional Hospital at Savannah Obtains vital signs on Adult Mental Health individuals.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the State qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:

High school diploma with at least 2 years’ clerical experience

Proficient in MS Office Suite Experience working in Outlook emailing and calendaring

Extensive internet skills and knowledge

Experience with People Soft a plus but not required

Experience working in Avatar a plus but not required

Ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment

Good phone etiquette, message-taking, and time management skills

Detail-oriented and excellent follow-through skills.

Employment Requirements To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

Drug Screening TB Evaluation Annual Influenza
** Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Qualifications - External High school diploma or GED AND Two years of general office or administrative experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of general office or administrative experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.