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Join our team as a Pharmacy Call Center Agent at our Central Fill Pharmacy in Yakima, WA, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job - we are a community committed to the well-being of our migrant farmworkers. We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics. Explore our short clips, " WE are Yakima - WE are Family " and " YVFWC - And then we grew ," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families. What We Offer $18.47-$22.62/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates Additional pay for your bilingual skills! 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more! What You'll Do: Handle incoming and outgoing non-professional level phone inquiries and transfer calls to appropriate staff. Update patient demographic information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Respond to inquiries and provide information such as business hours, delivery services, price information, prescription status, and/or refill availability. Ensure that all newly enrolled mail-order patients have been completely and successfully signed up. Actively promotes and educates patients on all pharmacy services, including the mail order process and auto-refill. Complete third-party rebilling process, including contacting insurance companies for authorization. May perform Lead duties by acting as a liaison between staff and the direct supervisor. Manages breaks, lunches, sick calls and overtime. Provides insights to leaders regarding the skill level and performance of the employees. Responsible for providing training to new employees and existing staff when needed. Performs quality audits as directed. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) One year of pharmacy assistant, office, administrative, patient care, call center or customer service experience. Pharmacy Assistant state registration within 60 days of employment Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at a level 9 Knowledge of medical billing and terminology preferred Effective communication and customer relations skills, conflict resolution abilities, and teamwork proficiency Adaptability in a fast-paced environment, multitasking capabilities, attention to detail, and basic 10-key proficiency Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Drug testing: This position requires testing for controlled substances before employment and you will also be subject to further testing throughout employment. Our Mission Statement “Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.” Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

A prominent pediatric healthcare provider in Washington is looking for a Family Services Associate to assist patients and families with issues related to illness and facilitate resource access. Responsibilities include coordinating care among medical teams, conducting screening interviews, and ensuring follow-up support. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and ideally have experience in crisis situations. Bilingual abilities are preferred. This position offers a full-time work schedule with a competitive salary range of approximately $44,782.40 - $74,630.40. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A prominent pediatric healthcare provider in Washington is looking for a Family Services Associate to assist patients and families with issues related to illness and facilitate resource access. Responsibilities include coordinating care among medical teams, conducting screening interviews, and ensuring follow-up support. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and ideally have experience in crisis situations. Bilingual abilities are preferred. This position offers a full-time work schedule with a competitive salary range of approximately $44,782.40 - $74,630.40. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Account Service Representative is responsible for delivering exceptional service to brokers, agencies, and employer groups. This role supports the full lifecycle of group accounts-renewals, enrollments, changes, claims support, quoting follow-ups, and carrier communication. The ASR works closely with the sales and operations team to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and high customer satisfaction What you'll be doing: Broker & Agency Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for agencies regarding group insurance questions, documentation, renewals, and service needs. Assist brokers with quoting requests, benefit summaries, enrollment materials, and onboarding documentation. Provide clear guidance on medical, dental, vision, GAP, and ancillary benefits. Group Account Management: Support new group onboarding, including application review, census validation, and carrier submissions. Assist with open enrollment meetings, renewal reviews, and plan comparison tools. Maintain accurate group records, policy details, and service notes. Track renewals, missing documents, billing issues, and enrollment updates. Carrier & Vendor Coordination: Communicate with carriers regarding applications, eligibility, billing discrepancies, and service issues. Facilitate resolution of escalated member and employer concerns. Ensure compliance with carrier guidelines and timelines. Administrative & Operational Tasks: Prepare service emails, renewal notices, spreadsheets, and standardized documents for agencies and employers. Maintain CRM activity logs, follow-up tasks, and documentation. Assist the Group Sales Director in tracking KPI metrics and service SLAs Requirements: Must know all carriers. Traditional group insurance Must have knowledge of working with a census Customer service experience 215 License required Reliable transportation Qualifications: Salesforce knowledge helpful Ichra knowledge helpful Business development experience 5-10 years of experience in health insurance, group benefits, or employee benefits administration (preferred). Knowledge of medical, dental, vision, GAP, and ancillary products. Strong communication skills-professional, clear, and customer focused. Ability to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail and deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); CRM experience is a plus. Bilingual (English/Spanish) Salary range: $55-$75k + Commission Schedule: 9-5 with occasional weekend events. Hybrid/remote possible after 90 days. January start date

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience. Summary The Patient Financial Services Representative (PFSR) serves as the first point of contact in greeting patients and guarantors in the hospital, ambulatory or medical office setting. The PFSR engages with the patient or guarantor to obtain pertinent information and answer any questions in an effort to ensure that all required demographic, financial, and insurance eligibility information is gathered and verified. Ensures all required notices and consent forms are signed accordingly. Responsibilities Provides exceptional customer service and ensures all questions and concerns are addressed in a timely and courteous manner. May guide the patient to appropriate destination for services.Obtains pre-certification and authorization.Verifies insurance benefits including obtaining insurance card(s) and confirms coverage is active. Determines correct insurance filing order, if multiple insurance coverages are effective for that service.Explains polices including all regulatory and financial consent forms; secures all required signatures.May perform patient discharge functions including, but not limited to, review of after visit summary (AVS), future appointment scheduling, and referrals.Interviews patients and guarantors at the workstation or bedside to obtain all necessary information, including a copy of the patient or guarantor identification card.May confirm physician and prescription orders ensuring accuracy.May schedule walk-in appointments for services offered.Collects patient out-of-pocket responsibility per collection guidelines. Provides patient estimates as requested. Prepares and balances a daily deposit of all payment collections. Competencies ACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY & QUALITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, ORGANIZATION SKILLS, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, PRODUCTIVITY, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK Education And Certification Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) Additional Job Information Complexity of Work: Requires excellent communication skills, critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Ability to work and build relationships collaboratively. Required Work Experience: No experience required. One (1) year of related hospital, medical office, or customer service experience preferred. Other Information: In Memorial Physician Group (specialty practices), additional responsibilities include: (1) obtain specialty authorizations (2) authorization denial and peer to peer process (3) patient care navigation ex: surgical and procedural coordination and scheduling for patient specific populations (4) handle all incoming calls and physician and hospital back line (5) obtain and confirm referrals In the Hospital, additional responsibilities include: (1) Upon validation of patient identity, place identification band on patient (2) obtain signatures for hospital specific regulatory forms not required in an ambulatory or office setting (3) obtain authorizations for walk-in appointments (4) determine when financial assistance is needed.In Memorial Primary Care, additional responsibilities include: (1) MIH-MPC program patient referral, payment collection and eligibility scheduling (2) process referral work-ques and same day access requests (3) work with Patient Access Center on real time patient requests (4) address prescription refill requests, patient advice requests through MyChart, and provider scheduling template. Working Conditions And Physical Requirements Bending and Stooping = 60% Climbing = 0% Keyboard Entry = 100% Kneeling = 0% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60% Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Reaching = 80% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80% Running = 0% Sitting = 80% Squatting = 80% Standing = 80% Walking = 80% Audible Speech = 80% Hearing Acuity = 80% Smelling Acuity = 0% Taste Discrimination = 0% Depth Perception = 80% Distinguish Color = 0% Seeing - Far = 80% Seeing - Near = 80% Bio hazardous Waste = 60% Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60% Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60% Asbestos = 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0% Dust = 0% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60% Hazardous Chemicals = 60% Hazardous Medication = 60% Latex = 60% Computer Monitor = 100% Domestic Animals = 0% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 0% Hazardous Noise = 0% Heating Devices = 0% Hypoxia = 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0% Magnetic Fields = 0% Moving Mechanical Parts = 0% Needles/Sharp Objects = 60% Potential Electric Shock = 0% Potential for Physical Assault = 40% Radiation = 0% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40% Shift Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process. Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran's Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call ************ (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email *******************************

We are seeking a customer-focused and detail-oriented Consumer Services Representative to join our team in a fully remote capacity. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting customers with inquiries, resolving issues, providing product or service information, and ensuring a positive customer experience across multiple communication channels. Key Responsibilities Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, chat, or messaging platform. Provide accurate information about products, services, policies, and procedures. Resolve customer issues efficiently while maintaining professionalism and empathy. Document all customer interactions in the CRM system. Process orders, returns, refunds, and account updates as needed. Escalate complex issues to the appropriate department or supervisor. Meet performance metrics such as response time, customer satisfaction, and quality standards. Stay informed about product updates, feature changes, and company policies. Contribute to a positive team environment and suggest process improvements. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent (Associates or Bachelors degree a plus). Prior customer service experience preferred (call center, retail, hospitality, or similar). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision. Comfortable using customer support software, CRM systems, and communication tools. Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities. Reliable high-speed internet and a quiet workspace. Key Skills Customer service & communication Active listening Conflict resolution Multitasking & time management Tech-savviness Attention to detail Empathy & patience Work Environment 100% remote position Flexible or set schedule depending on role Requires consistent internet connection and adequate home office setup Benefits (Optional Section) Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off & holidays Retirement savings plan Performance bonuses Remote work stipend Preferred qualifications: Legally authorized to work in the United States 18 years or older

Our Customer Support Consultants are the direct line between IDEXX and our customers. That is why they are so crucial to achieving our Purpose. This role is best suited to organized, passionate communicators who strive to help veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and animal healthcare diagnostic professionals keep our pets healthy. Successful candidates will be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment where they will navigate a variety of inquiries to provide a solution to our customer every 5 minutes on average (50-70 calls daily). Ability to multitask is essential as consultants will resolve customer inquiries through a variety of methods of communication and will utilize documentation and programs to ensure a solution while the customer is on the call. Our Customer Support Consultants are working from home fulltime and will continue to remain virtual. This means that we are providing our onboarding, training, and support for our new hires (like yourself) virtually as well. In the role of Reference Laboratory Customer Support Consultant: You will act as the liaison between customers and the IDEXX laboratories. As a member of this team, you will answer customer questions and quickly and effectively resolve issues. You will provide and clarify lab test results, coordinate follow-up tests on samples, and help coordinate the pickup and delivery of samples. What You Need to Succeed : The ideal candidate will be fluent in both French and English The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, goal-oriented, and a strong collaborator. A proven track record of providing extraordinary customer service. You are experienced in a technically related field, veterinary practice, laboratory setting, and/or contact center environment is helpful. It is important to have strong computer and technical skills. You will be a master problem solver with fine attention to detail while leveraging your strong organizational skills in a multi-tasking environment. You have the ability to learn quickly and apply skills and abilities to a variety of customer interactions. Superb listening and communication (verbal and written) skills are a must in order to be a successful customer support specialist. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish rapport quickly are equally important qualities to have. You possess an associate's or bachelor's degree in a computer-related discipline or scientific (Biology/Chemistry/etc.) discipline is preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to be on the phone for 8 hours a day in a quiet workspace or office. *When working from your virtual office, you are required to be available by telephone, voicemail, email, and Teams Microsoft messaging during your scheduled business hours. A high-speed hardwired internet connection (minimum 15 Mbps download; 3 Mbps upload) must be maintained. You will be supplied with a laptop, docking station, monitor(s), and headset, which will need to be maintained appropriately. Schedule: This role requires schedule flexibility. The ability to work 8.5 hours between 11:30am and 8:00pm EST Monday-Friday and Saturdays (9am -5:30pm EST) on a rotating basis. Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of this position. What you can expect from us: Hourly rate of $20/hr + based on experience Eligible for annual bonus Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Why IDEXX We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people. So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement. Let's pursue what matters together. IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws. #LI- REMOTE

SUNDAY - THURSDAY schedule Friday & Saturdays off! 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, SUNDAY - THURSDAY 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

Job Description - Call Center Operator The Call Center Operator is the first point of contact for patients at Columbia Medical Practice (CMP). This role ensures excellent customer service by handling incoming calls, scheduling appointments, and supporting daily operational needs of the call center. The Call Center Operator follows CMP policies and procedures while maintaining efficiency, accuracy, and professionalism. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Reports to the Call Center Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES Patient Interaction & Registration • Answer incoming calls promptly and professionally using CMP standards. • Register patients accurately in the EHR, including demographics, insurance, and eligibility verification. • Inform patients of CMP insurance/payment policies. • Assist with medical record requests and portal enrollment. Appointment Scheduling • Schedule patient appointments according to department/provider guidelines. • Manage cancellations, no-shows, and reschedules. • Optimize schedules for efficiency, including double bookings or extended hours when approved. • Monitor call volume and assist in meeting call center performance goals. Team Support & Communication • Communicate effectively with providers, staff, and outside entities (labs, imaging centers, hospitals). • Assist with training and onboarding of new call center staff. • Provide coverage for coworkers as needed. • Escalate issues or unusual calls appropriately. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE • High school diploma or GED required. • Associate degree in a clinical or business field preferred. • Minimum 2 years of call center experience required; experience in a physician office preferred. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS • Excellent verbal communication and active listening skills. • Strong customer service orientation and ability to multitask. • Proficiency with EHR systems and general office software. • Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA guidelines. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Normal office environment with potential exposure to communicable diseases. • Extended periods of sitting, phone use, and computer work. • Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced setting and communicate clearly. Columbia Medical Practice is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status View all jobs at this company

Employment Status:Full time Shift:Day (United States of America) Facility:2301 Brambleton Ave SW - RoanokeRequisition Number:R157277 Practice Call Center Operator (Open) How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:Days, Shift and Hours may determine on the needs the determined an discussed established during the interviewing process. The Communication Specialist is one of the first points of contact for patients and prospective patients with Carilion Clinic. Working in a call center environment, the Contact Center Specialist serves as a central link of communication between Carilion Clinic, patients, medical staff, and the general public. The Communication Specialist is one of the first points of contact for patients and prospective patients with Carilion Clinic. Working in a call center environment, the Contact Center Specialist serves as a central link of communication between Carilion Clinic, patients, medical staff, and the general public. Effectively communicates and demonstrates patient focused telephone etiquette to ensure an easy, empathetic, solution-oriented experience while answering and facilitating calls across the Carilion Clinic service area. Calls are received, screened, and routed quickly and appropriately based on the facility called and the callers need. Expedites customer inquiries, requests, and/or complaints using excellent public relations skills. Answers after-hours calls for physician practices, paging on call providers using a secure messaging platform. Receives and processes clinical codes and hospital emergencies by notifying appropriate personnel, following established protocols and procedures. Prioritizes calls and notifications correctly and promptly while rendering good judgment. Recognizes, reports and records emergency events. Follows up on all events to ensure that the necessary individuals and teams responded. Confirms appointments and provides basic appointment information after properly authenticating patients to ensure the protection of private health information. Demonstrates proficiency and skill in responding to multi-channel communications. Maintains acceptable call metrics including average speed of answer, average handle time, and AUX ratio. Work is performed in a busy call center environment. To provide exceptional service, the Contact Center Specialist is required to navigate multiple systems simultaneously and is expected to be available or talking with patients and healthcare professionals 80 percent of the day, with the ability to service inquiries without consultation. Average incoming call volumes can exceed 100 calls per hour during peak call-time. Position may be eligible for and/or required to telework based on work team and business need. Work may be stressful at times and can directly impact patient care. Hours may vary and additional time or overtime may be required to meet workload requirements. What We Require: Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience: Three years customer service experience preferred. Other Minimum Qualifications: A demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, manage difficult and emotional situations, remain calm under stress, display empathy and maintain positive communication is required. Must have strong keyboarding and computer skills. This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. Recruiter: EVA LIPSCOMB Recruiter Email: ***************************** For more information, contact the HR Service Center at **************. Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at ************, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on E-Verify: ******************************************************************* Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life - at work and when you're away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse Discounts on childcare Continued education and training

Click here to view our 2025 Benefits Guide Inside Medical Device Sales, Urology Are you looking for a career that will make a positive contribution to patients? At Bravida Medical, our standards for in-home patient care are moving the needle in mail order medical supplies. We want employees that will shine in a patient-focused progressive environment. If you are an active listener, confidant, and problem-solver, who enjoys speaking with a variety of people, Bravida Medical is a fit. As an Inside Sales Representative you'll be at the heart of our call center operations delivering premium customer service on every call. You will be responsible for increasing revenue by responding to customer inquiries, while using company resources, policies, and procedures to provide complete, accurate information. What we can offer you: Attractive incentives Monthly commission for sales A guaranteed rate $19-$20/hr Monday through Friday schedule Luxury office environment Supportive team Potential for (earned) hybrid schedule Benefits including paid holidays, PTO and more Responsibilities Be accountable for selling and promoting our products to patients from inbound/outbound lead sources and contributing to Bravida Medical sales and profit goals. Engage in an education-based sales focusing on product features and benefits to meet a patient's needs. No hard sales tactics. Handle inbound and outbound calls to ensure patient satisfaction, troubleshoot new and existing patient questions, sell products, collect insurance information, and explain insurance coverage to patients Responsible for meeting predetermined monthly goals Meet and exceed customer expectations by sustaining regular contact and building superior relationships with patients in the sales cycle Document calls in online record keeping system Enter customer orders in online CRM system Maintain a strong understanding of medical documentation, insurance requirements and company procedures. Follow all Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA, and private insurance regulations and requirements Maintain a high degree of confidentiality to protect patient information Maintain regular, predictable and consistent attendance to meet the needs of the department Demonstrate team behavior and promote a team-oriented environment Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 2yrs Inside Sales experience required (Healthcare or Insurance ideal) Strong closing skills - overcome objectives and problem solving to complete sale Must be self-driven, goal-oriented, and capable of managing a diverse range of responsibilities to achieve monthly sales targets Must have excellent telephone customer service Strong communication skills, persuasiveness and active listening skills Must be able to relate and show compassion to elderly patients Medical industry knowledge beneficial Must be computer literate, MS Office, web based CRM and phone system Positive perspective, approachable and empathetic Type at least 25-30 words per minute

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

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.

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 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 supports a variety of clinical staff and programs ranging from outpatient behavioral health, substance disorder treatment, medical, and drop-in services. The clinical programs located at DBHC 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 DBHC 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: To be present in all main operating areas of both Hobson and DBHC 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. 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. 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. 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 in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions. Works outside in all weather. 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. 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 $37.78 - $41.72 per hour

Full-time Description 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. 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. 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. 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. Valid Washington state driver's license and insurable driving record. 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 $37.78 - $41.72 per hour

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

Shift: Every Wednesday (10 hours), Monday or Friday would be the other 10 hour shift, no weekends. The Clinical Customer Service Representative works as the central point of contact on the care unit for patients, families, visitors and members of the health care team. This is a fast-paced position that requires professional, friendly and efficient performance of the daily duties. The ideal candidate will possess the highest level of Customer Service skills, knowledge of information & computer systems, the ability to work and assist with Nursing staff & Administrative staff, all in the effort to meet the needs of the unit, department in accordance to Johns Hopkins Hospital policy and procedures. What awaits you: Our competitive Benefit Package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees and includes: · Full medical, dental, and vision plans, · Paid time off (PTO), · Tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents, · Earn up to $1,000 annually for practicing self-care with Healthy @ Hopkins · Tell a friend and get paid with our Employee Referral Program Bonus! Qualifications: · High School Diploma or equivalent. · Minimum of 6 months in healthcare or office setting · Substantial interpersonal skills are needed to interact with patients, families and medical staff. · Ability to initiate and build positive relationships following Johns Hopkins Customer Service standards. · Proficiency with Microsoft Word, proficiency with presentation and spreadsheet software preferred. · Ability to learn and incorporate a variety of clinical and administrative automated systems and software into daily work duties. Important Notices: ***Authorization to Work in the United States: Applicants who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position. Salary Range: Minimum 17.99/hour - Maximum 20.88/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

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. * 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. * 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. * 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. * Valid Washington state driver's license and insurable driving record. 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.

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 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 supports a variety of clinical staff and programs ranging from outpatient behavioral health, substance disorder treatment, medical, and drop-in services. The clinical programs located at DBHC 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 DBHC 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: * To be present in all main operating areas of both Hobson and DBHC 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. * 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. * 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. * 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 in a climate-controlled office environment with frequent interpersonal interactions. Works outside in all weather. 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. * 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.