Title:Office Assistant ID:5650-3 Department:Outpatient Location:Patchogue Description Part Time Position availableMonday - Friday: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm$20.00-$22.00 hrMAIN FUNCTION:To assist the Office Manager with daily operational needs of the facility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Answer calls, transfer or take emergency messages. + Provide information on meetings, hotlines, and directions. + Greet admissions, families, and visitors; manage sign-in/out log. + Prepare and distribute mail, handle daily deposits, and update ledgers. + Collect payments, review client balances, and track Medicaid cards and tokens. + Assist with scheduling, client discharges, and appointment updates. + Input group sheets, OASAS forms, and track drug screens. + Maintain new and discharged client charts. + Perform other duties as assigned. COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS: + Answering/transferring calls and taking messages + Knowledge of voicemail and confidentiality laws + Admission/discharge procedures + Computer software skills + Workload prioritization and independence EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must have a pleasant and congenial telephone manner and have a well groomed professional appearance. The individual being considered must have at least two-years experience in a similar capacity, which would demonstrate the applicant’s awareness of office procedures. The applicant must communicate well with the clients, staff and outside agencies. Typing 40 wpm.