Receptionist EMPACT

Job Description

Job Description

Who we are :

EMPACT- Suicide Prevention Center, part of the La Frontera family, is an industry-leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing valued community services and resources for behavioral health counseling, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention since 1987. We are an EEO / AA Employer.

What you’ll do :

We have an opening for an Outpatient Services Support Specialist (Receptionist) at our Tempe office. The Outpatient Services Support Specialist role requires an outgoing, dependable, detail-oriented, and resourceful person.

We need a front office representative with previous experience in an outpatient behavioral health setting, doctor's office or similar environment that can represent our agency professionally, and treat our clients with respect and in a caring manner. Responsibilities include answering a multiple-line phone system, scheduling appointments, greeting clients, as well as other clerical duties. Candidate must be flexible and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Shift Available : Monday - Thursday 10 : 00 am - 7 : 00 pm and Friday 8 : 00 am - 5 : 00 pm

Essential Responsibilities :

• Demonstrated ability to remain calm in crisis situations, work independently and cooperatively, recognize personal limitations, and relate positively and with empathy to all persons regardless of age, race, creed, gender, or sexual orientation.
• Maintain professional conduct consistent with ethical professional practice and the policies and procedures of the agency.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and positive working relationships with internal and external team members, stakeholders, and community and business partners.
• Staff members who provide direct client services must be at least 21 years old. Staff members who provide support services (administrative or clinical) must be at least 18 years old. All employees will have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Perform clerical duties to assist in the day-to-day operation of the clinic to ensure smooth clinic and client flow.
• Effectively manage projects and demonstrate the ability to multitask in order to meet the responsibilities of the position.
• Effectively prioritize responsibilities and utilize independent decision-making skills to support the operation of the agency.
• Demonstrate initiative to work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of a team to meet the needs of the department.
• Maintain effective communication and positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Abide by the client's rights and maintain the client's confidentiality at all times.

What you’ll provide :

What we'll offer :

(Full-time employees)

EMPACT-SPC is licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services and accredited by the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) and The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

EMPACT-SPC / La Frontera Arizona provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All employees of EMPACT-SPC and La Frontera Arizona are employees "at will" as that term is understood in the State of Arizona. This means that employment may be terminated at any time without prior notice and for no stated reason.

EMPACT-SPC / La Frontera Arizona reserves the right to modify position descriptions as needed and without notice. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.