Clinical Unit Support Clerk

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State Government's Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a Clinical Unit Support Clerk to provide admissions clerical support, gather demographics, obtain consents and insurance information, and assist with monitoring adult mental health patients.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2 years of general office experience, and strong MS Office skills; Avatar/BHL familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years of general office or administrative experience.
• Working knowledge of computer software and data entry.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Outlook preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides clerical support to the Admissions Unit.
• Registers individuals, collects demographics and consents/insurance information.
• Operates multi-line phone system and supports staff and external customers.
• Learns new software and uses Avatar and BHL for referrals.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Internet skills

Avatar

BHL knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

PeopleSoft

Avatar

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Clinical Unit Support Clerk

Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID: JR0000003478

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

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 PeopleSoft 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. 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.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.