Behavioral Health Program Secretary: Inpatient Admin & HR

Horizon Health; Abbeville (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Career development

Job summary

Horizon Health is seeking a Program Secretary for the Abbeville General Hospital 16-bed inpatient psychiatric unit in Abbeville, LA. The role supports the Behavioral Health Program Director with daily administrative duties and HR-related tasks such as applicant tracking and onboarding.

Responsibilities include answering calls, scheduling, HR coordination, file creation, court filing coordination, invoice review, supplies, and data entry for HBIPS and CQI.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of working experience in a similar role.
• Valid driver's license and use of an automobile.
• Crisis Prevention training.
• Keeps up to date on professional literature.
• Completes and maintains required training on time.
• Knowledge of hospital policies and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Answer the phone and prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents.
• Schedule meetings and greet visitors, patients, and families; assist with events as needed.
• Coordinate with HR for pre/post-employment processes and ensure I-9 and new hire forms are completed on time.
• Create and maintain new hire/rehire personnel files and ensure HR has required documents.
• Maintain schedule for filing court paperwork and hearings; liaise with court personnel.
• Review invoices and expense reports for accuracy before submission.
• Order office supplies and oversee maintenance of office equipment.
• Provide data entry support for HBIPS, CQI, census, training documents, and audits.
• Perform other duties as assigned by this position.

Skills

Communication skills

HR coordination

Data entry

Education

1-3 years of experience in a similar role

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license and vehicle

Job description

Horizon Health is seeking a Program Secretary for the Abbeville General Hospital 16-bed inpatient psychiatric unit in Abbeville, LA. The role supports the Behavioral Health Program Director with daily administrative duties and HR-related tasks such as applicant tracking and onboarding.

Responsibilities include answering calls, scheduling, HR coordination, file creation, court filing coordination, invoice review, supplies, and data entry for HBIPS and CQI.