Job Description
Youth Eastside Services (YES) is a leading provider of youth and family behavioral health services in East King County. YES provides evidence-based mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment and psychiatric services to help children, teens and families struggling with depression, grief, trauma, substance abuse, cultural- and gender-identity issues, anxiety, ADHD, autism, low self-esteem and much more. YES’ education and prevention services empower young people and families to pursue decisions, habits and activities that promote their own well-being. Job Summary The Front Desk Coordinator is responsible for managing all aspects the front desk and lobby including; answering phones, greeting clients, client/room scheduling, staff schedules, open access and psychiatric support, reminder calls, supply inventory, conduct Spanish financial screenings, scanning, interpreter scheduling, processing client records Releases of Information, special projects as assigned and provide billing office support (checking in clients, collecting payments and fee agreements). This position works with multiple teams within the agency and requires clear communication and a professional demeanor at all times. The nature of this position requires a high level of attention to detail, ability to manage multiple projects, frequently changing priorities, short deadlines and use of multiple computer programs. Hours: Mon-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Primary Job Functions Greet clients and visitors Answer phones Sort and distribute incoming mail and faxes Client appointment scheduling / rescheduling Room scheduling Staff schedule maintenance Open Access support (new client paperwork, logging walk-ins, Medicaid eligibility verification, surveys) Psychiatric support (scheduling, wait list, refill requests) Nightly reminder calls Spanish intake appointment scheduling and financial screenings Scanning Interpreter scheduling Monitor and distribute hospitalization / discharge notices Process and document client records Releases of Information Stock/tidy lobby as needed Order supplies and stock copy/supply rooms as needed Identify and resolve applicable data issues in EHR (Avatar) Provide back-up billing office coverage (client payments, fee agreements) as needed General clerical duties and data entry tasks Additional duties as assigned. Requirements Proficient computer skills Degree preferred Bi-lingual English/Spanish required Knowledge & Skills Customer service mindset Ability to work effectively in cross- cultural situations Strong verbal and written communication Aptitude to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workload, complete assigned tasks and maintain poise under pressure Ability to problem solve Ability to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and from demonstrations Exceptional attendance Computer literate and ability to use new software programs with basic training Effectively work in both a team environment and independently with minimal oversight Physical Requirement : Position requires Frequent sitting, standing and walking Ability to use hands and handle objects Adequate vision and hearing is necessary for duties Ability to endure looking at computer screens for extended periods of time during the workday Occasional pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds Speaking/talking on the telephone and in-person The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. YES provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Salary: $20-23 per hour DOE; Benefits include generous paid time off; sick leave; medical, dental, vision availability and many more. Send cover letter and resume to hr@youtheastsideservices.org Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person