Temporary Receptionist | CSA Holyoke

Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits:

• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Salary:

Hourly Rate | $18

Additional Benefits:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Culturally Diverse population
• Clinical Licensing Support

Job Title: Temporary Receptionist

Work Location: Holyoke, Ma.

Salary: $18.oo Hourly

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary:

Gándara Mental Health Center is Hiring a Receptionist to join our talented and dedicated Team. This position will be focused on greeting providers and clients, assisting with operational goals, and providing excellent customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Open and close the office: assuring the security measures of the office.
• Ensuring that the waiting area is cleaned and kept up, including the kitchen.
• Reception and Coverage: Answering the phones, explaining agency services, taking referrals, and connecting calls accordingly.
• Assisting with the updates of the In/Out Board as requested by staff and supervisors.
• Directing referrals to appropriate Intake Coordinators to ensure timely access to care.
• Checking insurance eligibility and e-mailing/ notifying the supervisor and staff who work with the family of any insurance that is coming up as non-eligible, or there was a switch of any kind.
• Verifying and sorting fax and mail by department and sending mail out as requested.
• Being available to do some transportation to alternate locations for training or administrative needs.
• Ordering office supplies as needed.
• Requesting maintenance of office equipment or building repairs as needed.
• Updating and overseeing the Phone/Email Directory for the CBYCS Staff.
• Scheduling of conference and training rooms for all programs as requested.
• Performing additional assignments as issued by CBYCS management staff (as needed)
• Keep track of Office Inventory for Office, cleaning, and IT supplies.
• Update The ERT (Emergency Response Team) board on a daily basis
• Review and Update the MSDS binder monthly.
• Update the Emergency Employee Binder for new hires and employees who are no longer working for the agency.
• Perform Monthly Safety Inspection

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent computer skills, including database management, Excel, Microsoft, PowerPoint, etc.
• Multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks as needed
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong organization skills and time management are VERY important, along with strong documentation skills.
• Displays sound judgment.
• The ability to maintain a professional image in representing the agency both on the phone and in person, as this position is often the first contact. Strong customer service skills are required, especially when on the phone with families and collaterals.
• Strong, active listening skills.
• Works well under pressure, given the nature of the environment (phones, staff support)
• Building positive, professional relationships with co-workers.
• Following the Agency’s policy and procedure around reporting and following the chain of command.
• To be able to be a self-starter, work alone or in a team setting.

The Gándara Mental Health Center 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