Administrative Assistant “ Posting #20-053

Agency Background:

Lifeline Connections is a not-for-profit agency that is recognized as a leading behavioral health treatment provider in Washington State, offering a full continuum of care for individuals who have a behavioral health condition. Lifeline Connections' patients receive an unprecedented level of care by highly skilled professionals who know how to help people find and sustain long-term recovery. For over fifty years Lifeline Connections has provided hope, help and healing to thousands of individuals in Washington State and within the Portland, Oregon metro area.

Administrative Assistant – Posting #20-053

Major Duties:

The Administrative Assistant position works under the supervision of the Accounting Supervisor. This position provides assistance and support to patients seeking treatment placement. In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:

Ensures a safe environment that promotes recovery for patients;

Assist patients as needed with necessary documentation needed for treatment;

Will work as part of the agency treatment team;

Alert necessary staff members of what is needed for each patient;

Work as part of the billing unit, functioning as a team to ensure proper services are received by each patient;

Provide advocacy and assist in facilitating access to necessary community resources;

Contact insurance companies for explanation of benefits (if applicable);

Complete data entry of necessary documentation needed for billing;

Maintain complete and up to date files that document all services and contacts provided consistent with the requirements of WAC and agency policy;

Input necessary documentation needed for billing purposes;

Supports and implements agency policies and procedures; and

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent required;

College coursework preferred;

Minimum of one year experience in a clerical capacity;

Thorough knowledge of agency word processing and data base systems;

Ability to produce accurate reports, forms, etc.;

Ability to maintain composure when interacting with uncooperative or aggressive people;

Ability to problem solve;

CPR/1st Aid Certification required for residential unit staff members;

Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing;

Great attendance;

Ability to work well with others.

Salary: DOE

Application Process:

Submit a cover letter and resume to Human Resources. We will only accept resumes with a cover letter specifying the position title and posting number of the position you are applying for. For more information on this and other positions, please visit our website at www.lifelineconnections.org

The Benefits:

Lifeline Connections is striving to be your employer of choice by offering our regular/full time employees a generous benefits package. The plan covers over 75% of medical, dental, and vision costs for the employee and all dependents. There are no out-of-pocket costs for co-pays, prescriptions, or deductible under the medical plan. We also have employer paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and a 401(K) plan that matches dollar for dollar up to 4%. On top of all that, our employees receive approximately 4 weeks of paid time off during their first year of employment (accrual rates increase with years of service), as well as 3 personal holidays and 10 paid holidays per year!

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