Patient Experience Representative II-Ambulatory (Needham)
Needham, MA jobs
Under general supervision, provides support to the administrative operations of a clinical service and works to ensure the best possible patient experience by effectively coordinating services to patients and families. Actively participates in and contributes to departmental and organizational initiatives & projects with a focus on continuous process improvement. Performs various administrative functions requiring in-depth knowledge of programs and services. Provides positive and effective customer service that supports departmental and hospital operations. Recognizes opportunities and recommends process improvement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency while maintaining accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
·Customer Service: Greets, screens, and directs patients, families, and visitors, and provides effective customer service in person and on the phone.
·Registration: Registers new patients, verifies insurance information, and collects co-payments.
·Patient Coordination: Monitors clinic activity, schedules appointments, and assists with patient flow to ensure a positive experience.
·Administrative Tasks: Answers calls, manages calendars, schedules meetings and events, and provides clerical support.
·Records Management: Collects and organizes patient medical records, processes letters, and handles prescription refill requests.
·Technology Use: Utilizes office technology, including phone systems and various software applications, and enrolls patients in the patient portal.
·Process Improvement: Contributes to departmental projects aimed at improving processes and systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma / GED
Experience:
Internal: Minimum 6 months as a PER;
External: Minimum of 6 months relevant healthcare experience
This role is eligible for a $2,000 sign on bonus (not eligible for internal candidates and not eligible for former BCH employees who worked here in the past 12 months)
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Patient Experience Representative I-Ambulatory (Waltham)
Waltham, MA jobs
is 100% onsite at the Waltham location. The Patient Experience Representative I works under close supervision to provide support to the administrative operations of a clinical service and works to ensure the best possible patient experience by effectively coordinating services to patients and families. Demonstrates interest in and ability to departmental and organizational initiatives & projects with a focus on continuous process improvement. Performs various administrative functions requiring basic knowledge of programs and services.
Key Responsibilities:
Provides positive and effective customer service to patients, families, and visitors, responding to routine inquiries and involving supervisors for complex issues
Greets, screens, directs, and registers patients; enrolls patients and caregivers in the patient portal
Collaborates with referring providers and practices to manage complex patient issues; may rotate in call centers
Schedules patient encounters and procedures under supervision; monitors daily schedules and coordinates flow to optimize patient experience
Prepares for and attends shift handoffs and team huddles
Collects patient vitals (e.g., height, weight, temperature) and completes questionnaires in EMR as needed
Prepares examination rooms, assists patients, and ensures routine forms are ready for appointments
Collects and processes patient demographics, insurance/payment, referral info, and clinical documentation; obtains authorizations and verifications
Collects co-payments, reconciles deposits, and provides accurate records in hospital systems
Transcribes treatment and billing data; communicates with other departments for clinical and administrative services
Answers, screens, and routes calls; triages urgent calls and initiates emergency services when required
Maintains calendars, schedules meetings/events, and supports logistics for departmental programs and presentations
Provides general clerical support, including organizing documents, processing mail, photocopying, and handling records
Processes prescription refills, letters, and external requests
Uses office and hospital systems (e.g., Microsoft Office, scheduling, billing applications) efficiently
Participates in process improvement initiatives and supports internal changes to systems and procedures
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma/ GED
Experience:
No healthcare experience required - Basic customer service and computer skills.
Makes use of customer service knowledge to assist patients and families in resolving problems.
Conveys a positive demeanor when interacting with patients, families, and coworkers.
Ability to communicate in a clear, effective manner both orally and in writing and demonstrate empathy in difficult personal situations.
Ability to work with diverse internal and external constituencies.
Demonstrates the ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy.
PER positions are currently eligible for a Sign-on Bonus of $2,000 for full time positions (not eligible for internal candidates and not eligible for former BCH employees who worked here in the past 12 months)
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Patient Experience Representative I-Ambulatory (Waltham-onsite)
Waltham, MA jobs
Works under close supervision to provide support to the administrative operations of a clinical service and works to ensure the best possible patient experience by effectively coordinating services to patients and families. Demonstrates interest in and ability to departmental and organizational initiatives & projects with a focus on continuous process improvement. Performs various administrative functions requiring basic knowledge of programs and services. Provides positive and effective customer service that supports departmental and hospital operations.
Location and Schedule:
100% onsite at Waltham location.
Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 7:30AM-5:15PM Range
Key Responsibilities:
Provides positive and effective customer service to patients, families, and visitors, responding to routine inquiries and involving supervisors for complex issues
Greets, screens, directs, and registers patients; enrolls patients and caregivers in the patient portal
Collaborates with referring providers and practices to manage complex patient issues; may rotate in call centers
Schedules patient encounters and procedures under supervision; monitors daily schedules and coordinates flow to optimize patient experience
Prepares for and attends shift handoffs and team huddles
Assists patients, and ensures routine forms are ready for appointments
Collects and processes patient demographics, insurance/payment, referral info, and clinical documentation; obtains authorizations and verifications
Collects co-payments, reconciles deposits, and provides accurate records in hospital systems
Answers, screens, and routes calls; triages urgent calls and initiates emergency services when required
Supports logistics for departmental programs and presentations
Provides general clerical support, including organizing documents, processing mail, photocopying, and handling records
Processes letters, and external requests
Uses office and hospital systems (e.g., Epic EHR, Microsoft Office, scheduling, billing applications) efficiently
Participates in process improvement initiatives and supports internal changes to systems and procedures
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma/ GED
Experience:
No healthcare experience required - Basic customer service and computer skills.
Makes use of customer service knowledge to assist patients and families in resolving problems.
Conveys a positive demeanor when interacting with patients, families, and coworkers.
Ability to communicate in a clear, effective manner both orally and in writing and demonstrate empathy in difficult personal situations.
Ability to work with diverse internal and external constituencies.
Demonstrates the ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy.
Language skills:
Bilingual: English and Spanish or Portuguese strongly preferred.
This role is eligible for a $2,000 sign on bonus (not eligible for internal candidates and not eligible for former BCH employees who worked here in the past 12 months)
BCH offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Client Services Associate
Newton, MA jobs
BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a full-time Client Services Associate to join our Auburndale, MA Pediatrics home care team. Through hands-on experience, Client Services Associates at BAYADA learn all aspects of managing and growing a caseload and recruiting staff in order to become a Client Services Manager.
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in a fast-growing industry? Do you want to make a difference in people's lives while you grow your career and learn the business? We're BAYADA Home Health Care and we believe that our clients and their families deserve home health care delivered with compassion, excellence, and reliability. We want you to apply your energy and skills to this dynamic and entrepreneurial environment and become an integral part of a caring, professional team that is instrumental in providing the highest quality care to our clients.
Responsibilities:
Focused on assisting the manager in delivering and coordinating client services
Support the team with onboarding new hires and maintaining employee personal files and compliance.
You'll help lead field staff in providing quality home care while increasing your office's caseload through long-term relationship building with clients, referral sources, payors and community organizations.
Sharing responsibility for your team, you'll develop communicative relationships with them while managing scheduling and maintain effective fiscal management by monitoring metrics (gross margin, overtime, unfilled hours, etc.).
Qualifications:
Four year college degree (prior health care, home care and recruiting experience a plus)
A demonstrated record of strong interpersonal skills and goal achievement
Ambition to grow and advance beyond current position
Strong PC and communication skills (including solid phone marketing & data entry ability)
Competitive compensation package:
Salary range: $44,000- $46,000 based on experience.
Why you'll love BAYADA:
BAYADA Home Health Care offers the stability and structure of a national company with the values and culture of a family-owned business.
Award-winning workplace: proud to be recognized by
Newsweek's Best Place to Work for Diversity
Newsweek's Best Place to Work for Women
Newsweek's Best Place to Work (overall)
Newsweek's Best Place to Work for Women and Families
Glassdoor Best Places to Work
Forbes Best Places to Work for Women
Weekly pay
Work life balance: Monday-Friday 8:30-5pm hours
AMAZING culture: we are a mission driven nonprofit organization, focused around three core values of compassion, reliability, and excellence.
Strong employee values and recognition: we utilize a BAYADA Celebrates page for daily recognition, along with Hero spotlights, Key Action of the Week meetings to connect back to our mission and celebrate staff, discounts/perks and partnerships, an Awards Weekend trip, and more.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging: Join groups like our Women in Limitless Leadership Employee Resource Council, Lean In circles, Racial and Ethnic Diversity (RED) Council, Pride LGBTQIA+ Council, Military Community Network, Solutions and Accessibility for Equality (SAFE) Council, Fostering Acceptance Inspiring Trust and Harmony (F.A.I.T.H), and more.
Growth opportunities: advancement opportunities, continued education opportunities, Udemy courses, webinars, and more
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Benefits: BAYADA Home Health Care offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes the following: Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, vision, dental and medical health plans, employer paid life insurance, 401k with company match, direct deposit and employee assistance program
To learn more about BAYADA Home Health Care benefits,
As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.
BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here .
BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
Ambulatory Service Representative, Tri River Family Health Center, 40 Hour, Days
Uxbridge, MA jobs
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday.
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$20.94 - $33.59
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
0830-1700
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
40
Cost Center:
10022 - 4010 Clinic Administration
Union:
SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
I. Performs a variety of complex administrative duties for patients in need of routine and/or urgent appointments, medical procedures, tests, and associated ancillary services in an ambulatory in/outpatient setting. Assess patients' needs, including but not limited to, financial counseling, interpreter services, social services and refers to appropriate person or area. Alerts providers to emergent patient care needs
II. Major Responsibilities:
1. Greets visitors and/or patients for scheduled and/or urgent care appointments and procedures.
2. Confirms and verifies patient demographic and insurance information.
3. May collect co-payments from patients upon arrival.
4. Obtains signatures of consent from patient/guardian for treatment authorization and insurance/billing information.
5. Assess patients' needs, including but not limited to, financial counseling, interpreter services, social services and refers to appropriate person or area.
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:
1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors.
6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
All responsibilities are essential job functions.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
1. High School Diploma.
Preferred:
1. Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
1. 3 years of related experience, this requirement is waived if candidate has Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
2. Requires the ability to use specialized applications software and computer systems.
3. Necessitates individuals who are multifunctional and able to work under stressful situations.
4. Exemplifies, professional behavior and excellent communication and human relations skills.
Preferred:
1. Knowledge of business office procedures and medical terminology/procedures preferred.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:
Work is considered sedentary. Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at ***********************************. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Auto-ApplyAmbulatory Services Representative, Spine Center, 40 hours, Days
Worcester, MA jobs
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday.
Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$20.94 - $33.59
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
40
Cost Center:
10010 - 4166 Spine Center
Union:
SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Performs a variety of complex administrative duties for patients in need of routine and/or urgent appointments, medical procedures, tests, and associated ancillary services in an ambulatory in/outpatient setting. Assess patients' needs, including but not limited to, financial counseling, interpreter services, social services and refers to appropriate person or area. Alerts providers to emergent patient care needs.
Major Responsibilities:
1. Greets visitors and/or patients for scheduled and/or urgent care appointments and procedures.
2. Confirms and verifies patient demographic and insurance information.
3. May collect co-payments from patients upon arrival.
4. Obtains signatures of consent from patient/guardian for treatment authorization and insurance/billing information.
5. Assess patients' needs, including but not limited to, financial counseling, interpreter services, social services and refers to appropriate person or area.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
1. High School Diploma.
Preferred:
1. Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
1. 3 years of related experience, this requirement is waived if candidate has Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
2. Requires the ability to use specialized applications software and computer systems.
3. Necessitates individuals who are multifunctional and able to work under stressful situations.
4. Exemplifies, professional behavior and excellent communication and human relations skills.
Preferred:
1. Knowledge of business office procedures and medical terminology/procedures preferred.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at ***********************************. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Auto-ApplyAmbulatory Services Representative, Spine Center, 40 hours, Days
Worcester, MA jobs
Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $20.94 - $33.59 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
40
Cost Center:
10010 - 4166 Spine Center
Union:
SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Everyone Is a Caregiver
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Performs a variety of complex administrative duties for patients in need of routine and/or urgent appointments, medical procedures, tests, and associated ancillary services in an ambulatory in/outpatient setting. Assess patients' needs, including but not limited to, financial counseling, interpreter services, social services and refers to appropriate person or area. Alerts providers to emergent patient care needs.
Major Responsibilities:
1. Greets visitors and/or patients for scheduled and/or urgent care appointments and procedures.
2. Confirms and verifies patient demographic and insurance information.
3. May collect co-payments from patients upon arrival.
4. Obtains signatures of consent from patient/guardian for treatment authorization and insurance/billing information.
5. Assess patients' needs, including but not limited to, financial counseling, interpreter services, social services and refers to appropriate person or area.
Position Qualifications:
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
1. High School Diploma.
Preferred:
1. Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
1. 3 years of related experience, this requirement is waived if candidate has Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
2. Requires the ability to use specialized applications software and computer systems.
3. Necessitates individuals who are multifunctional and able to work under stressful situations.
4. Exemplifies, professional behavior and excellent communication and human relations skills.
Preferred:
1. Knowledge of business office procedures and medical terminology/procedures preferred.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at ***********************************. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
Auto-ApplyCall Center Operator II
Boston, MA jobs
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: As a member of the Room Service team, the individual will be tasked to assist and deliver in a pleasant, friendly and timely manner patient specific high-quality food and exemplary service to patients, guests, and staff. This position requires working with and assisting other members of the Room Service team and Hospital staff to ensure that all patients receive prescribed foods, and guests and staff receive requested food following Federal, State, Local and hospital sanitation and safety procedures. As outlined in the Food Service Department's HAACP program. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Act as a liaison to food service for the patient, family and staff. Tasks as liaison: explaining the meal selection process; assist menu selection of patients according to prescribed diet order. To assure patients fed within 45 minutes of ordering the meal. 2. To communicate on the telephone in an efficient, pleasant and respectful manner, even during periods of high call volume, in order to assist patients and guests with their meal service selections. At peak time, a call center operator answers the phone and immediately enters a complete order into the Computrition system. A call center operator's average call time will range between 1 1/2 - 2 minutes. 3. To review therapeutic diet orders and modify the patient's order to meet the diet order parameters while attempting to honor the patient's request and be aesthetically pleasing. 4. To speak with the patient, family member(s) or nurse to explain needed modifications regarding meal orders. To communicate changes and if possible find a satisfactory substitution. To assure a nutritionally balanced meal that meets the dietary restrictions of the patient's diet order. 5. Communicate on the phone or in person to patients, staff, and guests according to department scripting policy and procedures. 6. To communicate patient diet order issues to the Call Center Operator Lead, Diet Tech or clinical dietitian when policy mandates. 7. Identify patients who are not able to place an order via telephone or who have not ordered their meal. Interact with patient family and nursing to enter a complete order in Computrition. Facilitates the meal service or communicate via Computrition the reason for refusal. 8. Acts upon patient, family, or staff meal service requests. These requests may include contacting and following through with the clinical dietitian regarding diet order issues or supplement changes, or room service team members to resolve meal service issues or handle special requests. When necessary escalating requests to management 9. Manage patient nourishment, supplement and tube-feeding delivery. 10. Proficient using the Computrition according department policy and procedures and maintains accurate and updated patient information via the electronic diet office system. 11. Manages difficult or emotional situations and responds promptly topatient needs. 12. Pickup diet order sheets from nursing stations and receive verbal diet order changes. Adhere to department policy and procedures when receiving a verbal diet order. 13. For administrative and tracking purposes, monitor, collect and/or record operation specific data. 14. Assist in orientation and on-the-job training of new Call Center Operators and Dietetic Interns. 15.Read hospital email periodically throughout the day to remain up to date on patient and policy and procedures information. Use hospital work stations and email according to hospital policies and procedures. 16. Perform duties of the Call Center Operator I when necessary. 17. May participate in tray delivery and pickup. 18. Adhere to departmental and hospital policies and procedures and other foodservice regulations at all time. 19. Participate in and monitor, according to preset criteria, sanitation and safety procedures - including HACCP program. 20. Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualifications
1. Knowledge of specialized diets and menus 2. The position requires the ability to read, write, speak and communicate in English, to follow and give oral and written instructions, to be able to communicate with patients, hospital personnel, and co-workers. This level is normally acquired through completion of a high school education. 3. Customer service and/or call center experience required 4. Healthcare setting experience strongly preferred 5. Knowledge of the food and restaurant regulations set by the federal, Massachusetts and Boston City Health Codes and Joint Commission on the ccreditation of Hospitals. 6. Must have computer skills and basic mathematics knowledge SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: 1. Must be pleasant and friendly, flexible, hard-worker, and work well with others. 2. Must have good hand-eye coordination, good manual dexterity and a good attention span. 3. Must have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills 4. Must have the ability to communicate well in order to discuss semi-complex and involved information with other employees, staff members, patients or general public in a sensitive manner. 5. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of patient information obtained through the hospital computer system and employee information obtained from employee files. 6. Must be able to adhere and enforce new or updated policies and procedures. 7. Registered Diet Technician credentials a plus. 9. Ability to read, write, and speak another language is a plus. 8. Must be able to talk on the telephone to patients, guests, and staff in a pleasant, respectful manner. 9. Must be able to multi-task and handle pressure particularly associated with time constraints due to delivery requirements. 10. Knowledge of computerized diet order systems, Windows, Outlook, Word and Excel spreadsheet. WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Fast paced busy call center environment with close-set cubicles. 2. Possible on feet for part of the day (50%) and long periods of time sitting. 3. Involves occasional lifting of items up to 25 lbs., pushing and pulling food carts. 4. Works in heated and air-conditioned office, patient floors and kitchen. 5. Work involves occupational risks commensurate with work hazards and physical requirements, i.e., wet slippery floors, chemical solutions, handling hot water and soup (180-190 degrees), frequent bending and tray handling. 6. Consequence of errors ranges from no harm to serious harm such as incorrect trays to patients, injured employees and broken equipment. 7. Work involves rotating shifts as early as 6:00 AM to as late as 9:30 PM, required to work weekends and holidays. HOSPITAL WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES: Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by BWH/Partners; follows safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BWH and Partners policies and procedures; fulfills any training required by BWH and/or Partners, as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor or other appropriate hospital staff.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Additional Job Description
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$18.22 - $26.06/Hourly
Grade
3
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Auto-ApplySewer Service Expert
Tacoma, WA jobs
Job Details Harts Tacoma Shop - TACOMA, WA Full Time $70000.00 - $180000.00 Commission Road Warrior Skilled Labor - TradesDescription
At Harts Plumbers, Electricians, and HVAC Technicians, we're more than a company - we're a family. Since day one, we've built our reputation on delivering exceptional plumbing, sewer, electrical, and HVAC services while living by our core values: Service Excellence, Pride of Workmanship, Grow or Die, Whatever It Takes, and Direct with Respect.
Now, we're looking for a Sewer Service Expert who's ready to grow their career, deliver unbeatable customer experiences, and take home top pay.
What You'll Do:
Diagnose sewer issues and create multi-option proposals
Present solutions with confidence using the Harts Service Process
Complete residential sewer service work to the highest standards
Meet performance goals while supporting your team
Pay & Schedule:
Commission-based position (earn 4%-18% per project subtotal)
Expected annual earnings: $70,000-$180,000+
Full-time, Monday-Friday (no weekends!)
Hours between 6:30am - 6:00pm
Why You'll Love Harts:
Medical, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off: 2 weeks vacation + 1 week sick + 6 paid holidays
Company vehicle + paid life insurance
Employee discounts, referral bonuses & growth opportunities
A stable, year-round career where hard work = unlimited earning potential
If you're ready to join a team that values your skills and fuels your growth, apply today at hartsservices.com/careers or email *************************.
Harts - We Care More.
Qualifications
What You Need:
Valid driver's license & clean driving record
Sewer service experience preferred (we'll train the right licensed pro)
Strong customer focus and team mindset
Easy ApplyElectrical Service Expert
Tacoma, WA jobs
Job Details Harts Tacoma Shop - TACOMA, WA Full Time $70000.00 - $180000.00 Commission/year Road Warrior Skilled Labor - TradesDescription
Full-Time | Weekend Availability Required
At Harts Plumbers, Electricians & HVAC, we're more than just a company - we're a family. Since our founding, we've been dedicated to delivering top-quality plumbing, sewer, electrical, and HVAC services with an unwavering commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction. Our success comes from our talented team who live our core values every day: Service Excellence, Pride of Workmanship, Grow or Die, Whatever It Takes, and Direct with Respect.
We're looking for a Licensed Electrical Service Expert who's ready to combine technical skill with outstanding customer service. In this role, you'll diagnose, repair, and improve electrical systems while guiding customers toward informed and confident decisions using our proven Harts Service Process.
What You'll Do:
Diagnose electrical issues and create multi-option repair/upgrade proposals
Present solutions to customers with confidence and clarity
Complete electrical service work to Harts' high standards
Meet service criteria and contribute to revenue goals
Schedule & Pay:
Full-time, commission-based position
Flexible shifts available: Sat-Wed, Sun-Thurs, or Tues-Sat
Hours between 6:30am - 6:00pm
Commission: 4%-18% of project subtotal
Expected annual earnings: $70,000 - $180,000+
Why You'll Love Working at Harts:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off: 2 weeks vacation + 1 week sick + 6 paid holidays
Company vehicle + paid life insurance
Costco membership & employee assistance program
Career growth opportunities in a supportive, winning team culture
If you're ready to take your electrical career to the next level - with top-tier pay, benefits, and a company that invests in your growth - apply today at hartsservices.com/careers or email *************************.
Harts - We Care More.
Qualifications
Requirements:
Washington Journeyman Electrical License (EL01 or EL02)
Valid Driver's License + clean driving record
Commitment to excellent customer service and teamwork
Easy ApplyCall Center Operator II
Boston, MA jobs
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: As a member of the Room Service team, the individual will be tasked to assist and deliver in a pleasant, friendly and timely manner patient specific high-quality food and exemplary service to patients, guests, and staff. This position requires working with and assisting other members of the Room Service team and Hospital staff to ensure that all patients receive prescribed foods, and guests and staff receive requested food following Federal, State, Local and hospital sanitation and safety procedures. As outlined in the Food Service Department's HAACP program. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Act as a liaison to food service for the patient, family and staff. Tasks as liaison: explaining the meal selection process; assist menu selection of patients according to prescribed diet order. To assure patients fed within 45 minutes of ordering the meal. 2. To communicate on the telephone in an efficient, pleasant and respectful manner, even during periods of high call volume, in order to assist patients and guests with their meal service selections. At peak time, a call center operator answers the phone and immediately enters a complete order into the Computrition system. A call center operator's average call time will range between 1 1/2 - 2 minutes. 3. To review therapeutic diet orders and modify the patient's order to meet the diet order parameters while attempting to honor the patient's request and be aesthetically pleasing. 4. To speak with the patient, family member(s) or nurse to explain needed modifications regarding meal orders. To communicate changes and if possible find a satisfactory substitution. To assure a nutritionally balanced meal that meets the dietary restrictions of the patient's diet order. 5. Communicate on the phone or in person to patients, staff, and guests according to department scripting policy and procedures. 6. To communicate patient diet order issues to the Call Center Operator Lead, Diet Tech or clinical dietitian when policy mandates. 7. Identify patients who are not able to place an order via telephone or who have not ordered their meal. Interact with patient family and nursing to enter a complete order in Computrition. Facilitates the meal service or communicate via Computrition the reason for refusal. 8. Acts upon patient, family, or staff meal service requests. These requests may include contacting and following through with the clinical dietitian regarding diet order issues or supplement changes, or room service team members to resolve meal service issues or handle special requests. When necessary escalating requests to management 9. Manage patient nourishment, supplement and tube-feeding delivery. 10. Proficient using the Computrition according department policy and procedures and maintains accurate and updated patient information via the electronic diet office system. 11. Manages difficult or emotional situations and responds promptly topatient needs. 12. Pickup diet order sheets from nursing stations and receive verbal diet order changes. Adhere to department policy and procedures when receiving a verbal diet order. 13. For administrative and tracking purposes, monitor, collect and/or record operation specific data. 14. Assist in orientation and on-the-job training of new Call Center Operators and Dietetic Interns. 15.Read hospital email periodically throughout the day to remain up to date on patient and policy and procedures information. Use hospital work stations and email according to hospital policies and procedures. 16. Perform duties of the Call Center Operator I when necessary. 17. May participate in tray delivery and pickup. 18. Adhere to departmental and hospital policies and procedures and other foodservice regulations at all time. 19. Participate in and monitor, according to preset criteria, sanitation and safety procedures - including HACCP program. 20. Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualifications
1. Knowledge of specialized diets and menus 2. The position requires the ability to read, write, speak and communicate in English, to follow and give oral and written instructions, to be able to communicate with patients, hospital personnel, and co-workers. This level is normally acquired through completion of a high school education. 3. Customer service and/or call center experience required 4. Healthcare setting experience strongly preferred 5. Knowledge of the food and restaurant regulations set by the federal, Massachusetts and Boston City Health Codes and Joint Commission on the ccreditation of Hospitals. 6. Must have computer skills and basic mathematics knowledge SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: 1. Must be pleasant and friendly, flexible, hard-worker, and work well with others. 2. Must have good hand-eye coordination, good manual dexterity and a good attention span. 3. Must have good attention to detail and problem-solving skills 4. Must have the ability to communicate well in order to discuss semi-complex and involved information with other employees, staff members, patients or general public in a sensitive manner. 5. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of patient information obtained through the hospital computer system and employee information obtained from employee files. 6. Must be able to adhere and enforce new or updated policies and procedures. 7. Registered Diet Technician credentials a plus. 9. Ability to read, write, and speak another language is a plus. 8. Must be able to talk on the telephone to patients, guests, and staff in a pleasant, respectful manner. 9. Must be able to multi-task and handle pressure particularly associated with time constraints due to delivery requirements. 10. Knowledge of computerized diet order systems, Windows, Outlook, Word and Excel spreadsheet. WORKING CONDITIONS: 1. Fast paced busy call center environment with close-set cubicles. 2. Possible on feet for part of the day (50%) and long periods of time sitting. 3. Involves occasional lifting of items up to 25 lbs., pushing and pulling food carts. 4. Works in heated and air-conditioned office, patient floors and kitchen. 5. Work involves occupational risks commensurate with work hazards and physical requirements, i.e., wet slippery floors, chemical solutions, handling hot water and soup (180-190 degrees), frequent bending and tray handling. 6. Consequence of errors ranges from no harm to serious harm such as incorrect trays to patients, injured employees and broken equipment. 7. Work involves rotating shifts as early as 6:00 AM to as late as 9:30 PM, required to work weekends and holidays. HOSPITAL WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES: Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by BWH/Partners; follows safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BWH and Partners policies and procedures; fulfills any training required by BWH and/or Partners, as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor or other appropriate hospital staff.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Additional Job Description
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$18.22 - $26.06/Hourly
Grade
3
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Auto-ApplyBilingual Call Center Representative/Member Advocate
Quincy, MA jobs
Winner of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in Boston and in the Nation by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) for the third consecutive year.
Join Our Dynamic Team and Make a Meaningful Impact!
Are you a compassionate individual with a passion for helping others in need? Do you believe in the power of advocacy and want to transform lives in your community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
At HFI, we are relentless advocates for individuals, their families, and our communities. We specialize in providing access to government sponsored benefits, income, and services for low-income and disabled individuals. We consider it our calling and life's work to improve their quality of life, and we're honored to do so.
What You'll Do
Participate in inbound/outbound call center operations to interview and screen members via phone to determine potential eligibility for entitlement programs.
Educate members and their family on applicable Medicare programs and the importance of applying for the programs.
Identify appropriate Medicare entitlement programs for members and facilitate enrollment if applicable.
What We're Looking For
Strong Communicator: Able to clearly articulate value, actively listen, and adapt messaging to different audiences.
Resilient & Persistent: Handles rejection well and remains motivated to achieve goals despite objections.
Persuasive & Solution: Oriented - Identifies pain points and positions solutions that meet member needs.
Highly Organized & Efficient: Manages multiple leads, follows up consistently, and tracks progress in CRM systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent work experience.
2+ years of call center experience handling high call volumes.
Strong computer skills, including MS Office and web-based applications.
Bilingual candidates (Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian) are highly encouraged to apply.
Work Schedule: Full-Time Hours (40 hrs./week) Monday - Friday. Variable Shifts: 11 am -7 pm or 12-8 pm.
Why Join Us
Make a Difference: Your work will directly impact the lives of low-income and disabled individuals, improving their access to vital benefits and services.
Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive team dedicated to the same cause and share your ideas to create positive change.
Equal Opportunity: We value diversity and foster an inclusive work environment.
Professional Growth: We encourage personal and professional development and provide opportunities for advancement within the organization.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary package with benefits.
Flexible work options: Remote or Hybrid.
At this time, HFI will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).
Our Massachusetts based starting salary for this role ranges from $45K - $47K annually. The salary range does not reflect total compensation which includes base salary, benefits and other options.
EEO Statement
HFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. HFI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, 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. HFI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. HFI encourages applicants of all ages.
Auto-ApplyBilingual Call Center Representative / Member Liaison
Quincy, MA jobs
Winner of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in Boston and in the Nation by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) for the third consecutive year.
Join Our Dynamic Team and Make a Meaningful Impact!
Are you passionate about helping others navigate complex systems and achieve life-changing outcomes? We are seeking a Member Liaison to join our growing team. In this essential role, you'll manage a caseload of pending Social Security applications, ensuring that all required documentation and information are collected to move each case toward a successful approval.
You will serve as a bridge between our members and government agencies, providing exceptional service, timely follow-ups, and proactive problem-solving to ensure our clients receive the benefits they need.
What You'll Do
Manage and monitor a caseload of pending Social Security applications daily.
Act as a liaison between members and government agencies, conducting outreach via phone calls and letters.
Follow up with agencies to obtain status updates and advocate for expedited decisions.
Prioritize tasks using reports and queries to meet performance benchmarks.
Escalate complex or aging cases when necessary and recommend solutions.
Provide excellent customer service by educating and counseling members about the Social Security application process.
Accurately maintain demographic and case information in a proprietary database.
Prepare documentation for appeals in case of application denial.
Assist with team training, cross-training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Participate in departmental projects and committees as assigned.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
1+ years of customer service or call center experience, preferably in healthcare.
Familiarity with medical terminology and health insurance, preferred.
Bilingual in English and Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian are highly encouraged to apply.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; active listening a must.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data entry, and CRM/database systems.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to handle a high volume of outreach calls and manage multiple priorities.
Emotionally mature with the ability to interact with a vulnerable population.
Willingness to work flexible hours 11-7 pm or 12-8 pm shifts and contribute to a team-driven environment.
Remote options are available M-F 40 hours per week.
Why Join Us
Make a Difference: Your work will directly impact the lives of low-income and disabled individuals, improving their access to vital benefits and services.
Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive team dedicated to the same cause and share your ideas to create positive change.
Equal Opportunity: We value diversity and foster an inclusive work environment.
Professional Growth: We encourage personal and professional development and provide opportunities for advancement within the organization.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary package with benefits.
Flexible work options: Remote or Hybrid.
At this time, HFI will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).
Our Massachusetts based starting salary for this role ranges from $42K-$45K annually. The salary range does not reflect total compensation which includes base salary, benefits and other options.
EEO Statement
HFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. HFI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, 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. HFI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. HFI encourages applicants of all ages.
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Auto-ApplyCall Center/Reservationist
Stockbridge, MA jobs
Job Details 57 INTERLAKEN RD - STOCKBRIDGE, MA $17.54 - $17.85 HourlyDescription
The Registration Advisor is responsible for assisting guests with the planning process for their visit by promoting all Kripalu offerings through phone and online requests. This role answers guest inquiries regarding various amenities, maintains knowledge of program offerings, and helps coordinate all aspects of the guest's stay from program enrollment, overnight accommodations, Healing Arts spa services, R&R and other activities.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provides exceptional customer service by providing guests with in-depth knowledge of Kripalu programs, facilities, programs and Healing Arts services.
Proactively engages callers and determine their needs and desires and make suggestions for potential Kripalu programs and offerings to best meet to caller's interests.
Guides potential guests towards programming and offerings that would meet their needs based on inquiry calls through closing techniques. Work towards maximizing rate of inquiries to sales.
Accurately records guest information in the ResortSuite hospitality computer system.
Successfully cross-sells additional, appropriate Kripalu offerings to the caller.
Understands the overall picture regarding housing and conducts conversations with callers leading to optimal use of available housing stock.
Answers phones in a polite and knowledgeable manner, answering caller's questions fully and clearly.
Provides follow up with guests and potential guests as needed.
Assists with other registrations and housing requests as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Demonstrates commitment to valuing equity, diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
Possesses strong core ethics, integrity, and values consistent with Kripalu's organizational principles.
Defaults to a collaborative style with colleagues, this is an expected behavior in our work culture.
Builds effective relationships, identifies internal and external customer expectations, sees issues from their point of view; offers practical, mutually beneficial recommendations, solutions, and ideas.
Willingness and ability to be agile in work, supporting across own department as well as across the organization as needed.
Actively cultivates a sense of fun, joy and optimism in yourself, your team and with your peers. This is a key aspect of your role at Kripalu.
Demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform required job elements to established standards, remaining current regarding development and trends in areas of expertise.
Embraces experiences as learning opportunities.
Accepts responsibility for personal and professional learning and growth.
Models the values of Kripalu including service, presence, inquiry, compassion, practice, and integrity.
BENEFITS (Start Day One of Employment)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vacation, Sick, & Personal Time, Paid Holidays
Vision
403b Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
Company Paid $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
Free Meals in the Kripalu Dining Hall
Discounted Purchases in the Kripalu Shop and for Healing Arts Services
Yoga Classes, and the opportunity to participate in Kripalu Programs
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent.
1-2 years customer service/sales experience.
Knowledge about Kripalu and the surrounding area.
Experience with phone service.
Strong customer service skills.
Professional & reliable.
Proficient with Microsoft office, specifically Outlook, Excel and Word.
Ability to learn new computer software applications.
Must be available to work evenings, weekends and some holidays.
On-Call Client Engagement Specialist
Seattle, WA jobs
Pay Range: $39.00 per hour, $50 per hour Premium Pay for applicable shifts
Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Safe & Sick Time, Retirement Plan
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit organization working to help people with the complex needs of homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness achieve their highest potential for health and well-being through comprehensive services, treatment, and housing. Our vision is a community where no person is abandoned, ignored, or experiencing homelessness.
As the region's leading provider of services to multiply disabled adults who have experienced chronic homelessness, DESC serves almost 3,000 people each day. Our integrated service model is designed to help people secure and maintain appropriate, safe and affordable housing. DESC is recognized nationally and regionally as an innovator in developing solutions to homelessness.
JOB DEFINITION:
We are looking for On Call Client Engagement Specialists (CES) who will work within the larger Client Engagement Team spanning two locations: Hobson Clinic and the Downtown Behavioral Health Center.
Hobson Clinic is an integrated behavioral and physical health outpatient clinic jointly operated by DESC and Harborview Medical Center (HMC). The Clinic provides holistic health care services to thousands of community members annually with a focus on improving health care access for people who have experienced barriers to conventional health services. The Clinic specializes in serving people living on lower incomes, people living homeless, and people living with complex physical and mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
The Downtown Behavioral Health Center is operated by DESC and support a variety of clinical staff and programs ranging from outpatient behavioral health, substance disorder treatment, supportive employment, medical, and drop-in services. The clinical programs located in Pioneer Square serve a myriad of clients daily to address complex needs related to their mental and physical health.
The CES team monitors the safety and security of the clinics by managing the milieu of the main lobby/building and engaging clients. The CES team will also be tasked with providing trauma-informed support to clients and patients utilizing Hobson clinic and Pioneer Square by employing various de-escalation skills and tactics, both verbal and hands-on approaches, while in coordination and consultation with the wider clinical and medical teams.
The CES team supports DESC's Good neighbor policy in public spaces adjacent to clinics and ensures the community milieu around DESC buildings are welcoming and approachable.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Be present in all main operating areas of both Hobson and Pioneer Square clinics for client engagement and de-escalation purposes only. Be a welcoming presence and direct clients to the services they are seeking, at times escorting to designated area, and walking regular rounds in both low and high-risk areas of the clinic, including area immediately outside of the clinic.
Be present in outside spaces near to the clinic for community visibility and client engagement. Be a welcoming presence, orient community members and clients to DESC services, walk regular rounds in the neighborhood, escort clients and prospective clients to nearby DESC buildings, and participate in clean-up activities.
Initiate and maintain appropriate social interactions with clients. Integrate experience with behavioral health and substance use conditions into work with clients.
Monitor the general milieu, lobby, entryway, immediately outside of the clinic, security systems, and other common areas to monitor the safety and security of clients and staff. Work to maintain a comfortable milieu, even in the presence of potentially unusual client behaviors.
Commitment to the Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care models and working to incorporate those principles through an equity and social justice lens.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and applying to all areas of work responsibility.
Intervene when necessary to support clients, maintain order, and communicate/enforce clinic rules and policies.
Intervene in client crises and emergencies (medical, behavioral health, interpersonal), participate in verbal de-escalation and hands-on de-escalation in emergent situations, and initiate action as required, including contact with emergency response systems, and facilitating a higher level of care.
Write significant events involving clients and Clinic operations activities in a daily log; read log daily and coordinate with relevant staff.
In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, promote a safe and secure clinic environment by responding to emergent safety issues using a layered active response approach.
Assist clinical staff in engaging clients through creative, resourceful strategies that build trust and confidence.
Provide support to staff related to safety issues upon request.
Help ensure cleanliness of lobby area and other common spaces within the building.
Participate in staff meetings, team huddles, and training, with both DESC and HMC staff.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
MINIMUM EXPECTATIONS:
Be reasonably available to accept 8 am to 5 pm per-diem shifts with less than 24 hours notice.
Maintain current contact information with supervisor, including phone, email, text, etc.
Once a full shift is accepted (no partial shifts), work that shift from start to finish, except in extraordinary circumstances that make this impossible.
Attend to work responsibilities while on duty and limit personal phone calls and other interruptions to break times except for emergencies.
Ability to learn and incorporate required DESC protocols and procedures with limited training and orientation (typically 1 day of training and two shift shadows).
Picking up at least two shifts per month as shifts are available.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to meet Washington Department of Health requirements for registration as a Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) or any other superseding credential
Relevant Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related behavioral science, OR a combination of 1 year of relevant paid work experience and demonstration of the ability to perform required job duties.
Ability to drive an agency or personal vehicle to conduct agency related business. A current Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record are required.
Interest in working with clients who are difficult to engage and maintain in traditional mental health/substance use disorder programs.
Experience working with behavioral health conditions and intervening with de-escalation and hands-on approaches using Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) or the equivalent and must be familiar with behavioral health treatment services.
Willingness to become certified in enhanced behavioral de-escalation training, which trains to use hands on techniques.
Experience in human services (paid or volunteer), preferably working with adults living homeless and/or living with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
Proficient in de-escalation skills, crisis intervention, and stabilization strategies and possess the ability to use these skills in high-risk, high traffic areas.
Have a strong understanding of recovery and resilience, the value of client partnerships, and client choice.
Experience working with adults living with mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders.
Interest or experience in working with clients that traditional health care programs have turned away.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with clients and staff from various backgrounds and utilize good customer service skills.
Ability to work effectively with clients potentially displaying unusual and bizarre behaviors.
Subscribe to the philosophy of working in an integrated team approach which fosters cooperation and continuity across programs and of consideration and respect for clients.
Have experience working in collaboration with law enforcement, and neighborhood stakeholders that do not always agree with the harm reduction, trauma informed, or person-centered work philosophy.
Able to prioritize multiple job responsibilities, work independently, and exercise good professional judgment.
Able to maintain client confidentiality.
Ability to pass criminal background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Has work experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or Psych Technician in the field.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Skill in operating office equipment, including computers (including e-mail), software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel) and telephones.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, communicate with other employees, required to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and to operate computer hardware systems. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions. Works outside in all weather. May escort clients or have professional meetings in environments which are not climate controlled. Also works outside of the office in the community.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
DESC is committed to diversity in the workplace, and promotes equal employment opportunities for all staff members and applicants. The Agency will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, caste, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability in any employment practice, unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification. Minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary Description $39.00 per hour
Client Engagement Specialist - Night Shift, STAR Center
Seattle, WA jobs
Shift: Night (8:00pm - 4:00am)
Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour
Days Off: Tuesday, Wednesday
Benefits: Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, Medical (no premiums/payroll deductions for employee coverage)
Other Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), ORCA card subsidy, Paid Time Off (34 days per year), Retirement Plan
Union Representation: This position is a part of a union and is represented by SEIU Healthcare 1199NW.
About DESC:
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit organization working to help people with the complex needs of homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness achieve their highest potential for health and well-being through comprehensive services, treatment, and housing. Our vision is a community where no person is abandoned, ignored, or experiencing homelessness.
As the region's leading provider of services to multiply disabled adults who have experienced chronic homelessness, DESC serves almost 3,000 people each day. Our integrated service model is designed to help people secure and maintain appropriate, safe and affordable housing. DESC is recognized nationally and regionally as an innovator in developing solutions to homelessness.
JOB DEFINITION:
We are looking for a Client Engagement Specialist (CES) who will work within the larger Client Engagement Team spanning three locations: Hobson Clinic, the DESC Pioneer Square clinics, and the STAR Center.
Hobson Clinic is an integrated behavioral and physical health outpatient clinic jointly operated by DESC and Harborview Medical Center (HMC). The Clinic provides holistic health care services to thousands of community members annually with a focus on improving health care access for people who have experienced barriers to conventional health services. The Clinic specializes in serving people living on lower incomes, people living homeless, and people living with complex physical and mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
The Pioneer Square clinics are two clinics operated by DESC that support a variety of clinical staff and programs ranging from outpatient behavioral health, substance disorder treatment, supportive employment, medical, and drop-in services. The clinical programs located in Pioneer Square serve a myriad of clients daily to address complex needs related to their mental and physical health.
The STAR (Stability Through Access and Resources) Center is a time-limited, 24/7, behavioral health-focused non-congregate shelter program. Services at the Center are tailored for unsheltered adults facing significant untreated and undertreated challenges related to mental health and substance use disorders. The center is located at 619 3rd Avenue and Cherry Street in downtown Seattle
The CES team will be the point people to monitor and provide 24/7 safety and security at the STAR Center by managing the milieu outside and inside of the Shelter. The CES team will also be tasked with providing trauma-informed support to clients at the STAR Center and Pioneer Square by employing various de-escalation skills while in coordination and consultation with the wider STAR Center staff, clinical, and medical teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To be present in all main operating areas of Hobson Place, 216 James, and STAR Center for client engagement and de-escalation purposes. Be a welcoming presence and direct clients to the services they are seeking, at times escorting to designated area and walking regular rounds in both low and high-risk areas of the clinic, Hobson Place, 216 James, STAR Center and 600 block of 3rd Ave, including the area immediately outside of the clinic.
Monitor the general milieu outside the Hobson Clinic, 216 James Clinic, STAR center and the 500 and 600 blocks of 3rd Ave.
Work to maintain a comfortable atmosphere for people along 3rd Ave, even in the presence of potentially unusual or posturing client behaviors.
Proactively engage clients and community members in the public spaces on and around 3rd Ave. in front of Hobson Clinic, 216 James St, and the STAR Center.
Coordinate real-time intervention for crises both in and around DESC spaces.
Enforce the DESC Good Neighbor policy and Project/Program rules with DESC Clients.
Initiate and maintain appropriate social interactions with clients and prospective clients.
Integrate experience with behavioral health and substance use conditions into work with clients and prospective clients.
Commitment to the Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care models and working to incorporate those principles through an equity and social justice lens.
Become a DESC trainer for de-escalation and dis-engagement for new employees and yearly refresher; this responsibility will be shared with another trainer within the agency.
Assist in training clinic staff on de-escalation skills and leading crisis response drills.
Receive training in hands on techniques (escorts and holds) and work in collaboration with partnering agency security to ensure the safety of clients is made a priority.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, applying to all areas of work responsibility.
Intervene when necessary to support clients, maintain order, and communicate/enforce clinic rules and policies.
Intervene in client crises and emergencies (medical, behavioral health, interpersonal), participate in verbal de-escalation and hands-on escorts and holds in emergent situations, and initiate action as required, including contact with emergency response systems, and facilitating a higher level of care.
Write a shift summary log detailing significant events involving clients and clinic operations, read log daily, participate in shift brief, complete activity logs and other shift-related documentation, and coordinate with relevant staff to ensure all required documentation is completed.
In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, promote a safe and secure clinic environment by responding to emergent safety issues using a collaborative active response approach.
Participate in clinical reviews and case conferences to develop personal success plans for clients as needed. Assist clinical staff in engaging clients through creative, resourceful strategies that build trust and confidence.
Participate in bar review committee and, psych consults as needed.
Lead critical incident debriefs and work in coordination with clinical Director and Managers to provide support to staff related to safety issues upon request.
Help ensure cleanliness of sidewalks.
Participate in staff meetings, team huddles, and training, with both DESC and HMC staff.
Wear agency-provided clothing that makes you easily identifiable in the community as a DESC employee.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works both indoors in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions and primarily outdoors in variable weather with frequent interpersonal interactions. May escort clients or have professional meetings in environments which are not climate controlled. Also works outside of the office in homeless camps and in a vehicle.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working with behavioral health conditions and intervening with de-escalation and hands-on approaches using Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) or the equivalent and must be familiar with behavioral health treatment services.
Willingness to become certified in enhanced behavioral de-escalation training, which trains to use hands on techniques.
Willingness to use training in de-escalation and disengagement to intervene with clients that are posturing or assaultive.
Experience in human services (paid or volunteer), preferably working with adults living homeless and/or living with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
Experience working and building rapport with people in a psychiatric crisis.
Proficient in de-escalation skills, crisis intervention, and stabilization strategies and possess the ability to use these skills in high-risk, high traffic areas.
Have a strong understanding of recovery and resilience, the value of client partnerships, and client choice. Interest or experience in working with clients that traditional health care programs have turned away.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with clients and staff from various backgrounds and utilize good customer service skills.
Ability to work effectively with clients potentially displaying unusual and bizarre behaviors.
Subscribe to the philosophy of working in an integrated team approach which fosters cooperation and continuity across programs and of consideration and respect for clients.
Have experience working in collaboration with law enforcement, and neighborhood stakeholders that do not always agree with the harm reduction, trauma informed, or person-centered work philosophy.
Able to prioritize multiple job responsibilities, work independently, and exercise good professional judgment.
Able to maintain client confidentiality.
Ability to pass criminal background check.
Ability to drive an agency or personal vehicle to conduct agency related business. A current Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record are required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Has work experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or Psych Technician in the field.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Bi-cultural background/experience.
Skill in operating office equipment, including computers, communication platforms, software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel), and telephones.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Relevant Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related behavioral science, OR
A combination of 1 year* of relevant paid work experience and demonstration of the ability to perform required job duties
*Internal applicants in direct, client facing positions can substitute 6 months of experience in lieu of 1 year
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, communicate with other employees, required to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and to operate computer hardware systems. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DESC is committed to diversity in the workplace and promotes equal employment opportunities for all staff members and applicants. The Agency will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, caste, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability in any employment practice, unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification. Minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary Description $36.75 - $40.58 per hour
Client Engagement Specialist - DBHC
Seattle, WA jobs
Shift: Day
Days Off: Saturday, Sunday
Benefits: Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, Medical (no premiums/payroll deductions for employee coverage)
Other Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), ORCA card subsidy, Paid Time Off (34 days per year), Retirement Plan
Union Representation: This position is a part of a union and is represented by SEIU Healthcare 1199NW.
About DESC:
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit organization working to help people with the complex needs of homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness achieve their highest potential for health and well-being through comprehensive services, treatment, and housing. Our vision is a community where no person is abandoned, ignored, or experiencing homelessness.
As the region's leading provider of services to multiply disabled adults who have experienced chronic homelessness, DESC serves almost 3,000 people each day. Our integrated service model is designed to help people secure and maintain appropriate, safe and affordable housing. DESC is recognized nationally and regionally as an innovator in developing solutions to homelessness.
JOB DEFINITION:
We are looking for a Client Engagement Specialist (CES) who will work within the larger Client Engagement Team spanning two locations: Hobson Clinic and the Pioneer Square DESC clinics.
Hobson Clinic is an integrated behavioral and physical health outpatient clinic jointly operated by DESC and Harborview Medical Center (HMC). The Clinic provides holistic health care services to thousands of community members annually with a focus on improving health care access for people who have experienced barriers to conventional health services. The Clinic specializes in serving people living on lower incomes, people living homeless, and people living with complex physical and mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
The Pioneer Square clinics are two clinics operated by DESC that support a variety of clinical staff and programs ranging from outpatient behavioral health, substance disorder treatment, supportive employment, medical, and drop-in services. The clinical programs located in Pioneer Square serve a myriad of clients daily to address complex needs related to their mental and physical health.
The CES team will be the point people to monitor the safety and security of the clinics by managing the milieu of the main lobby/building and engaging clients. The CES team will also be tasked with providing trauma-informed support to clients and patients utilizing Hobson clinic and Pioneer Square by employing various de-escalation skills and tactics, both verbal and hands-on approaches, while in coordination and consultation with the wider clinical and medical teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To be present in all main operating areas of both Hobson and Pioneer Square clinics for client engagement and de-escalation purposes only. Be a welcoming presence and direct clients to the services they are seeking, at times escorting to designated area, and walking regular rounds in both low and high-risk areas of the clinic, including area immediately outside of the clinic.
Monitor the general milieu, lobby, entryway, immediately outside of the clinic, security systems, and other common areas to monitor the safety and security of clients and staff. Work to maintain a comfortable milieu, even in the presence of potentially unusual client behaviors.
Proactively engage clients and community members in the public spaces adjacent to DESC clinic and nearby housing projects.
Coordinate real-time intervention for crises both in and around DESC spaces.
Enforce the DESC Good Neighbor policy and Project/Program rules with DESC Clients.
Initiate and maintain appropriate social interactions with clients. Integrate experience with behavioral health and substance use conditions into work with clients.
Commitment to the Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care models and working to incorporate those principles through an equity and social justice lens.
Become certified in enhanced behavioral de-escalation training and maintain annual re-certification.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and applying to all areas of work responsibility.
Assist in training clinic staff on de-escalation skills and leading crisis response drills.
Intervene when necessary to support clients, maintain order, and communicate/enforce clinic rules and policies.
Intervene in client crises and emergencies (medical, behavioral health, interpersonal), participate in verbal de-escalation and hands-on de-escalation in emergent situations, and initiate action as required, including contact with emergency response systems, and facilitating a higher level of care.
Write significant events involving clients and Clinic operations activities in a daily log; read log daily and coordinate with relevant staff.
In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, promote a safe and secure clinic environment by responding to emergent safety issues using a layered active response approach.
Participate in clinical reviews and case conferences to develop personal success plans for clients as needed. Assist clinical staff in engaging clients through creative, resourceful strategies that build trust and confidence.
Lead critical debriefs and work in coordination with clinical Director and Managers to provide support to staff related to safety issues upon request.
Attending consumer advisory board (CAB) meetings with the purpose of eliciting consumer input regarding Clinic program performance and to assure the consumer perspective is well-understood and reported back to the team.
Help ensure cleanliness of lobby area and other common spaces within the building.
Participate in staff meetings, team huddles, and training, with both DESC and HMC staff.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works primarily in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions. Works as needed driving to client homes and interacting with clients in their homes. May escort clients or have professional meetings in environments which are not climate controlled. Also works outside of the office in homeless camps and in a vehicle.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to meet Washington Department of Health requirements for registration as a Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) or any other superseding credential
Relevant Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related behavioral science, OR
A combination of 1 year of relevant paid work experience and demonstration of the ability to perform required job duties.
Ability to drive an agency or personal vehicle to conduct agency related business. A current Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record are required.
Interest in working with clients who are difficult to engage and maintain in traditional mental health/substance use disorder programs.
Experience working with behavioral health conditions and intervening with de-escalation and hands-on approaches using Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) or the equivalent and must be familiar with behavioral health treatment services.
Willingness to become certified in enhanced behavioral de-escalation training, which trains to use hands on techniques.
Experience in human services (paid or volunteer), preferably working with adults living homeless and/or living with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
Proficient in de-escalation skills, crisis intervention, and stabilization strategies and possess the ability to use these skills in high-risk, high traffic areas.
Have a strong understanding of recovery and resilience, the value of client partnerships, and client choice.
Experience working with adults living with mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders.
Interest or experience in working with clients that traditional health care programs have turned away.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with clients and staff from various backgrounds and utilize good customer service skills.
Ability to work effectively with clients potentially displaying unusual and bizarre behaviors.
Subscribe to the philosophy of working in an integrated team approach which fosters cooperation and continuity across programs and of consideration and respect for clients.
Have experience working in collaboration with law enforcement, and neighborhood stakeholders that do not always agree with the harm reduction, trauma informed, or person-centered work philosophy.
Able to prioritize multiple job responsibilities, work independently, and exercise good professional judgment.
Able to maintain client confidentiality.
Ability to pass criminal background check.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Has work experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or Psych Technician in the field.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Bi-cultural background/experience.
Skill in operating office equipment, including computers (including e-mail), software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel) and telephones.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, communicate with other employees, required to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and to operate computer hardware systems. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
DESC is committed to diversity in the workplace and promotes equal employment opportunities for all staff members and applicants. The Agency will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, caste, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability in any employment practice, unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification. Minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary Description $36.75 - $40.58 per hour
Client Engagement Specialist - Night Shift, STAR Center
Seattle, WA jobs
**Shift:** Night (8:00pm - 4:00am) **Shift Differential:** $1.00 per hour **Days Off:** Tuesday, Wednesday **Benefits:** Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, Medical (no premiums/payroll deductions for employee coverage) **Other Benefits:** Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), ORCA card subsidy, Paid Time Off (34 days per year), Retirement Plan
**Union Representation:** This position is a part of a union and is represented by SEIU Healthcare 1199NW.
**About DESC:**
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit organization working to help people with the complex needs of homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness achieve their highest potential for health and well-being through comprehensive services, treatment, and housing. Our vision is a community where no person is abandoned, ignored, or experiencing homelessness.
As the region's leading provider of services to multiply disabled adults who have experienced chronic homelessness, DESC serves almost 3,000 people each day. Our integrated service model is designed to help people secure and maintain appropriate, safe and affordable housing. DESC is recognized nationally and regionally as an innovator in developing solutions to homelessness.
**JOB DEFINITION:**
We are looking for a Client Engagement Specialist (CES) who will work within the larger Client Engagement Team spanning three locations: Hobson Clinic, the DESC Pioneer Square clinics, and the STAR Center.
Hobson Clinic is an integrated behavioral and physical health outpatient clinic jointly operated by DESC and Harborview Medical Center (HMC). The Clinic provides holistic health care services to thousands of community members annually with a focus on improving health care access for people who have experienced barriers to conventional health services. The Clinic specializes in serving people living on lower incomes, people living homeless, and people living with complex physical and mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
The Pioneer Square clinics are two clinics operated by DESC that support a variety of clinical staff and programs ranging from outpatient behavioral health, substance disorder treatment, supportive employment, medical, and drop-in services. The clinical programs located in Pioneer Square serve a myriad of clients daily to address complex needs related to their mental and physical health.
The STAR (Stability Through Access and Resources) Center is a time-limited, 24/7, behavioral health-focused non-congregate shelter program. Services at the Center are tailored for unsheltered adults facing significant untreated and undertreated challenges related to mental health and substance use disorders. The center is located at 619 3rd Avenue and Cherry Street in downtown Seattle
The CES team will be the point people to monitor and provide 24/7 safety and security at the STAR Center by managing the milieu outside and inside of the Shelter. The CES team will also be tasked with providing trauma-informed support to clients at the STAR Center and Pioneer Square by employing various de-escalation skills while in coordination and consultation with the wider STAR Center staff, clinical, and medical teams.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ To be present in all main operating areas of Hobson Place, 216 James, and STAR Center for client engagement and de-escalation purposes. Be a welcoming presence and direct clients to the services they are seeking, at times escorting to designated area and walking regular rounds in both low and high-risk areas of the clinic, Hobson Place, 216 James, STAR Center and 600 block of 3rd Ave, including the area immediately outside of the clinic.
+ Monitor the general milieu outside the Hobson Clinic, 216 James Clinic, STAR center and the 500 and 600 blocks of 3rd Ave.
+ Work to maintain a comfortable atmosphere for people along 3rd Ave, even in the presence of potentially unusual or posturing client behaviors.
+ Proactively engage clients and community members in the public spaces on and around 3rd Ave. in front of Hobson Clinic, 216 James St, and the STAR Center.
+ Coordinate real-time intervention for crises both in and around DESC spaces.
+ Enforce the DESC Good Neighbor policy and Project/Program rules with DESC Clients.
+ Initiate and maintain appropriate social interactions with clients and prospective clients.
+ Integrate experience with behavioral health and substance use conditions into work with clients and prospective clients.
+ Commitment to the Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care models and working to incorporate those principles through an equity and social justice lens.
+ Become a DESC trainer for de-escalation and dis-engagement for new employees and yearly refresher; this responsibility will be shared with another trainer within the agency.
+ Assist in training clinic staff on de-escalation skills and leading crisis response drills.
+ Receive training in hands on techniques (escorts and holds) and work in collaboration with partnering agency security to ensure the safety of clients is made a priority.
+ Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, applying to all areas of work responsibility.
+ Intervene when necessary to support clients, maintain order, and communicate/enforce clinic rules and policies.
+ Intervene in client crises and emergencies (medical, behavioral health, interpersonal), participate in verbal de-escalation and hands-on escorts and holds in emergent situations, and initiate action as required, including contact with emergency response systems, and facilitating a higher level of care.
+ Write a shift summary log detailing significant events involving clients and clinic operations, read log daily, participate in shift brief, complete activity logs and other shift-related documentation, and coordinate with relevant staff to ensure all required documentation is completed.
+ In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, promote a safe and secure clinic environment by responding to emergent safety issues using a collaborative active response approach.
+ Participate in clinical reviews and case conferences to develop personal success plans for clients as needed. Assist clinical staff in engaging clients through creative, resourceful strategies that build trust and confidence.
+ Participate in bar review committee and, psych consults as needed.
+ Lead critical incident debriefs and work in coordination with clinical Director and Managers to provide support to staff related to safety issues upon request.
+ Help ensure cleanliness of sidewalks.
+ Participate in staff meetings, team huddles, and training, with both DESC and HMC staff.
+ Wear agency-provided clothing that makes you easily identifiable in the community as a DESC employee.
+ Other responsibilities as assigned.
**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
Works both indoors in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions and primarily outdoors in variable weather with frequent interpersonal interactions. May escort clients or have professional meetings in environments which are not climate controlled. Also works outside of the office in homeless camps and in a vehicle.
Requirements
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Experience working with behavioral health conditions and intervening with de-escalation and hands-on approaches using Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) or the equivalent and must be familiar with behavioral health treatment services.
+ Willingness to become certified in enhanced behavioral de-escalation training, which trains to use hands on techniques.
+ Willingness to use training in de-escalation and disengagement to intervene with clients that are posturing or assaultive.
+ Experience in human services (paid or volunteer), preferably working with adults living homeless and/or living with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
+ Experience working and building rapport with people in a psychiatric crisis.
+ Proficient in de-escalation skills, crisis intervention, and stabilization strategies and possess the ability to use these skills in high-risk, high traffic areas.
+ Have a strong understanding of recovery and resilience, the value of client partnerships, and client choice. Interest or experience in working with clients that traditional health care programs have turned away.
+ Ability to communicate and work effectively with clients and staff from various backgrounds and utilize good customer service skills.
+ Ability to work effectively with clients potentially displaying unusual and bizarre behaviors.
+ Subscribe to the philosophy of working in an integrated team approach which fosters cooperation and continuity across programs and of consideration and respect for clients.
+ Have experience working in collaboration with law enforcement, and neighborhood stakeholders that do not always agree with the harm reduction, trauma informed, or person-centered work philosophy.
+ Able to prioritize multiple job responsibilities, work independently, and exercise good professional judgment.
+ Able to maintain client confidentiality.
+ Ability to pass criminal background check.
+ Ability to drive an agency or personal vehicle to conduct agency related business. A current Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record are required.
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Has work experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or Psych Technician in the field.
+ Bilingual in English and Spanish.
+ Bi-cultural background/experience.
+ Skill in operating office equipment, including computers, communication platforms, software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel), and telephones.
**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:**
1. Relevant Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related behavioral science, OR
2. A combination of 1 year* of relevant paid work experience and demonstration of the ability to perform required job duties
*Internal applicants in direct, client facing positions can substitute 6 months of experience in lieu of 1 year
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, communicate with other employees, required to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and to operate computer hardware systems. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**
DESC is committed to diversity in the workplace and promotes equal employment opportunities for all staff members and applicants. The Agency will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, caste, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability in any employment practice, unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification. Minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary Description
$36.75 - $40.58 per hour
Client Engagement Specialist - DBHC
Seattle, WA jobs
**Shift:** Day **Days Off:** Saturday, Sunday **Benefits:** Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, Medical (no premiums/payroll deductions for employee coverage) **Other Benefits:** Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), ORCA card subsidy, Paid Time Off (34 days per year), Retirement Plan
**Union Representation:** This position is a part of a union and is represented by SEIU Healthcare 1199NW.
**About DESC:**
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit organization working to help people with the complex needs of homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness achieve their highest potential for health and well-being through comprehensive services, treatment, and housing. Our vision is a community where no person is abandoned, ignored, or experiencing homelessness.
As the region's leading provider of services to multiply disabled adults who have experienced chronic homelessness, DESC serves almost 3,000 people each day. Our integrated service model is designed to help people secure and maintain appropriate, safe and affordable housing. DESC is recognized nationally and regionally as an innovator in developing solutions to homelessness.
**JOB DEFINITION:**
We are looking for a Client Engagement Specialist (CES) who will work within the larger Client Engagement Team spanning two locations: Hobson Clinic and the Pioneer Square DESC clinics.
Hobson Clinic is an integrated behavioral and physical health outpatient clinic jointly operated by DESC and Harborview Medical Center (HMC). The Clinic provides holistic health care services to thousands of community members annually with a focus on improving health care access for people who have experienced barriers to conventional health services. The Clinic specializes in serving people living on lower incomes, people living homeless, and people living with complex physical and mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
The Pioneer Square clinics are two clinics operated by DESC that support a variety of clinical staff and programs ranging from outpatient behavioral health, substance disorder treatment, supportive employment, medical, and drop-in services. The clinical programs located in Pioneer Square serve a myriad of clients daily to address complex needs related to their mental and physical health.
The CES team will be the point people to monitor the safety and security of the clinics by managing the milieu of the main lobby/building and engaging clients. The CES team will also be tasked with providing trauma-informed support to clients and patients utilizing Hobson clinic and Pioneer Square by employing various de-escalation skills and tactics, both verbal and hands-on approaches, while in coordination and consultation with the wider clinical and medical teams.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ To be present in all main operating areas of both Hobson and Pioneer Square clinics for client engagement and de-escalation purposes only. Be a welcoming presence and direct clients to the services they are seeking, at times escorting to designated area, and walking regular rounds in both low and high-risk areas of the clinic, including area immediately outside of the clinic.
+ Monitor the general milieu, lobby, entryway, immediately outside of the clinic, security systems, and other common areas to monitor the safety and security of clients and staff. Work to maintain a comfortable milieu, even in the presence of potentially unusual client behaviors.
+ Proactively engage clients and community members in the public spaces adjacent to DESC clinic and nearby housing projects.
+ Coordinate real-time intervention for crises both in and around DESC spaces.
+ Enforce the DESC Good Neighbor policy and Project/Program rules with DESC Clients.
+ Initiate and maintain appropriate social interactions with clients. Integrate experience with behavioral health and substance use conditions into work with clients.
+ Commitment to the Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care models and working to incorporate those principles through an equity and social justice lens.
+ Become certified in enhanced behavioral de-escalation training and maintain annual re-certification.
+ Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and applying to all areas of work responsibility.
+ Assist in training clinic staff on de-escalation skills and leading crisis response drills.
+ Intervene when necessary to support clients, maintain order, and communicate/enforce clinic rules and policies.
+ Intervene in client crises and emergencies (medical, behavioral health, interpersonal), participate in verbal de-escalation and hands-on de-escalation in emergent situations, and initiate action as required, including contact with emergency response systems, and facilitating a higher level of care.
+ Write significant events involving clients and Clinic operations activities in a daily log; read log daily and coordinate with relevant staff.
+ In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, promote a safe and secure clinic environment by responding to emergent safety issues using a layered active response approach.
+ Participate in clinical reviews and case conferences to develop personal success plans for clients as needed. Assist clinical staff in engaging clients through creative, resourceful strategies that build trust and confidence.
+ Lead critical debriefs and work in coordination with clinical Director and Managers to provide support to staff related to safety issues upon request.
+ Attending consumer advisory board (CAB) meetings with the purpose of eliciting consumer input regarding Clinic program performance and to assure the consumer perspective is well-understood and reported back to the team.
+ Help ensure cleanliness of lobby area and other common spaces within the building.
+ Participate in staff meetings, team huddles, and training, with both DESC and HMC staff.
+ Other responsibilities as assigned.
**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
Works primarily in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions. Works as needed driving to client homes and interacting with clients in their homes. May escort clients or have professional meetings in environments which are not climate controlled. Also works outside of the office in homeless camps and in a vehicle.
Requirements
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Ability to meet Washington Department of Health requirements for registration as a Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) or any other superseding credential
+ Relevant Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related behavioral science, OR
+ A combination of 1 year of relevant paid work experience and demonstration of the ability to perform required job duties.
+ Ability to drive an agency or personal vehicle to conduct agency related business. A current Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record are required.
+ Interest in working with clients who are difficult to engage and maintain in traditional mental health/substance use disorder programs.
+ Experience working with behavioral health conditions and intervening with de-escalation and hands-on approaches using Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) or the equivalent and must be familiar with behavioral health treatment services.
+ Willingness to become certified in enhanced behavioral de-escalation training, which trains to use hands on techniques.
+ Experience in human services (paid or volunteer), preferably working with adults living homeless and/or living with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
+ Proficient in de-escalation skills, crisis intervention, and stabilization strategies and possess the ability to use these skills in high-risk, high traffic areas.
+ Have a strong understanding of recovery and resilience, the value of client partnerships, and client choice.
+ Experience working with adults living with mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders.
+ Interest or experience in working with clients that traditional health care programs have turned away.
+ Ability to communicate and work effectively with clients and staff from various backgrounds and utilize good customer service skills.
+ Ability to work effectively with clients potentially displaying unusual and bizarre behaviors.
+ Subscribe to the philosophy of working in an integrated team approach which fosters cooperation and continuity across programs and of consideration and respect for clients.
+ Have experience working in collaboration with law enforcement, and neighborhood stakeholders that do not always agree with the harm reduction, trauma informed, or person-centered work philosophy.
+ Able to prioritize multiple job responsibilities, work independently, and exercise good professional judgment.
+ Able to maintain client confidentiality.
+ Ability to pass criminal background check.
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Has work experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or Psych Technician in the field.
+ Bilingual in English and Spanish.
+ Bi-cultural background/experience.
+ Skill in operating office equipment, including computers (including e-mail), software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel) and telephones.
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, communicate with other employees, required to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and to operate computer hardware systems. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:**
DESC is committed to diversity in the workplace and promotes equal employment opportunities for all staff members and applicants. The Agency will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, caste, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability in any employment practice, unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification. Minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Salary Description
$36.75 - $40.58 per hour
Client Engagement Specialist - Night Shift, STAR Center
Seattle, WA jobs
Shift: Night (8:00pm - 4:00am) Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour Days Off: Tuesday, Wednesday Benefits: Dental, Life, Long-term Disability, Medical (no premiums/payroll deductions for employee coverage) Other Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), ORCA card subsidy, Paid Time Off (34 days per year), Retirement Plan
Union Representation: This position is a part of a union and is represented by SEIU Healthcare 1199NW.
About DESC:
DESC (Downtown Emergency Service Center) is a nonprofit organization working to help people with the complex needs of homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness achieve their highest potential for health and well-being through comprehensive services, treatment, and housing. Our vision is a community where no person is abandoned, ignored, or experiencing homelessness.
As the region's leading provider of services to multiply disabled adults who have experienced chronic homelessness, DESC serves almost 3,000 people each day. Our integrated service model is designed to help people secure and maintain appropriate, safe and affordable housing. DESC is recognized nationally and regionally as an innovator in developing solutions to homelessness.
JOB DEFINITION:
We are looking for a Client Engagement Specialist (CES) who will work within the larger Client Engagement Team spanning three locations: Hobson Clinic, the DESC Pioneer Square clinics, and the STAR Center.
Hobson Clinic is an integrated behavioral and physical health outpatient clinic jointly operated by DESC and Harborview Medical Center (HMC). The Clinic provides holistic health care services to thousands of community members annually with a focus on improving health care access for people who have experienced barriers to conventional health services. The Clinic specializes in serving people living on lower incomes, people living homeless, and people living with complex physical and mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
The Pioneer Square clinics are two clinics operated by DESC that support a variety of clinical staff and programs ranging from outpatient behavioral health, substance disorder treatment, supportive employment, medical, and drop-in services. The clinical programs located in Pioneer Square serve a myriad of clients daily to address complex needs related to their mental and physical health.
The STAR (Stability Through Access and Resources) Center is a time-limited, 24/7, behavioral health-focused non-congregate shelter program. Services at the Center are tailored for unsheltered adults facing significant untreated and undertreated challenges related to mental health and substance use disorders. The center is located at 619 3rd Avenue and Cherry Street in downtown Seattle
The CES team will be the point people to monitor and provide 24/7 safety and security at the STAR Center by managing the milieu outside and inside of the Shelter. The CES team will also be tasked with providing trauma-informed support to clients at the STAR Center and Pioneer Square by employing various de-escalation skills while in coordination and consultation with the wider STAR Center staff, clinical, and medical teams.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* To be present in all main operating areas of Hobson Place, 216 James, and STAR Center for client engagement and de-escalation purposes. Be a welcoming presence and direct clients to the services they are seeking, at times escorting to designated area and walking regular rounds in both low and high-risk areas of the clinic, Hobson Place, 216 James, STAR Center and 600 block of 3rd Ave, including the area immediately outside of the clinic.
* Monitor the general milieu outside the Hobson Clinic, 216 James Clinic, STAR center and the 500 and 600 blocks of 3rd Ave.
* Work to maintain a comfortable atmosphere for people along 3rd Ave, even in the presence of potentially unusual or posturing client behaviors.
* Proactively engage clients and community members in the public spaces on and around 3rd Ave. in front of Hobson Clinic, 216 James St, and the STAR Center.
* Coordinate real-time intervention for crises both in and around DESC spaces.
* Enforce the DESC Good Neighbor policy and Project/Program rules with DESC Clients.
* Initiate and maintain appropriate social interactions with clients and prospective clients.
* Integrate experience with behavioral health and substance use conditions into work with clients and prospective clients.
* Commitment to the Harm Reduction and Trauma Informed Care models and working to incorporate those principles through an equity and social justice lens.
* Become a DESC trainer for de-escalation and dis-engagement for new employees and yearly refresher; this responsibility will be shared with another trainer within the agency.
* Assist in training clinic staff on de-escalation skills and leading crisis response drills.
* Receive training in hands on techniques (escorts and holds) and work in collaboration with partnering agency security to ensure the safety of clients is made a priority.
* Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, applying to all areas of work responsibility.
* Intervene when necessary to support clients, maintain order, and communicate/enforce clinic rules and policies.
* Intervene in client crises and emergencies (medical, behavioral health, interpersonal), participate in verbal de-escalation and hands-on escorts and holds in emergent situations, and initiate action as required, including contact with emergency response systems, and facilitating a higher level of care.
* Write a shift summary log detailing significant events involving clients and clinic operations, read log daily, participate in shift brief, complete activity logs and other shift-related documentation, and coordinate with relevant staff to ensure all required documentation is completed.
* In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, promote a safe and secure clinic environment by responding to emergent safety issues using a collaborative active response approach.
* Participate in clinical reviews and case conferences to develop personal success plans for clients as needed. Assist clinical staff in engaging clients through creative, resourceful strategies that build trust and confidence.
* Participate in bar review committee and, psych consults as needed.
* Lead critical incident debriefs and work in coordination with clinical Director and Managers to provide support to staff related to safety issues upon request.
* Help ensure cleanliness of sidewalks.
* Participate in staff meetings, team huddles, and training, with both DESC and HMC staff.
* Wear agency-provided clothing that makes you easily identifiable in the community as a DESC employee.
* Other responsibilities as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works both indoors in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions and primarily outdoors in variable weather with frequent interpersonal interactions. May escort clients or have professional meetings in environments which are not climate controlled. Also works outside of the office in homeless camps and in a vehicle.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Experience working with behavioral health conditions and intervening with de-escalation and hands-on approaches using Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) or the equivalent and must be familiar with behavioral health treatment services.
* Willingness to become certified in enhanced behavioral de-escalation training, which trains to use hands on techniques.
* Willingness to use training in de-escalation and disengagement to intervene with clients that are posturing or assaultive.
* Experience in human services (paid or volunteer), preferably working with adults living homeless and/or living with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
* Experience working and building rapport with people in a psychiatric crisis.
* Proficient in de-escalation skills, crisis intervention, and stabilization strategies and possess the ability to use these skills in high-risk, high traffic areas.
* Have a strong understanding of recovery and resilience, the value of client partnerships, and client choice. Interest or experience in working with clients that traditional health care programs have turned away.
* Ability to communicate and work effectively with clients and staff from various backgrounds and utilize good customer service skills.
* Ability to work effectively with clients potentially displaying unusual and bizarre behaviors.
* Subscribe to the philosophy of working in an integrated team approach which fosters cooperation and continuity across programs and of consideration and respect for clients.
* Have experience working in collaboration with law enforcement, and neighborhood stakeholders that do not always agree with the harm reduction, trauma informed, or person-centered work philosophy.
* Able to prioritize multiple job responsibilities, work independently, and exercise good professional judgment.
* Able to maintain client confidentiality.
* Ability to pass criminal background check.
* Ability to drive an agency or personal vehicle to conduct agency related business. A current Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record are required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Has work experience as an Emergency Medical Technician or Psych Technician in the field.
* Bilingual in English and Spanish.
* Bi-cultural background/experience.
* Skill in operating office equipment, including computers, communication platforms, software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel), and telephones.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
* Relevant Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related behavioral science, OR
* A combination of 1 year* of relevant paid work experience and demonstration of the ability to perform required job duties
* Internal applicants in direct, client facing positions can substitute 6 months of experience in lieu of 1 year
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, communicate with other employees, required to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds and to operate computer hardware systems. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DESC is committed to diversity in the workplace and promotes equal employment opportunities for all staff members and applicants. The Agency will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, caste, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability in any employment practice, unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification. Minorities and veterans are encouraged to apply.