Administrative Support 10 - Intake Assistant

Job description

Temporary assignment for approximately 52 weeks POSITION SUMMARY: Connect MHAP is centralized intake service at St. Joseph's in the Mental Health and Addiction Program. The service is responsible for all intake functions for majority of outpatient referrals. The primary responsibility of the intake assistant will be to contribute to the achievement of the following mandated core program functions: intake and screening, dispositioning, care planning, education, and system navigation. The intake assistant will provide administrative support to the and all intake functions. The position also supports several office functions within the program, when required. The incumbent handles all related duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Mental Health Act and the policies and procedures of the hospital. QUALIFICATIONS: •2-year post-secondary diploma in medical office administration at an accredited institution •Medical terminology certificate required •Advanced skill level in MS Word and MS Excel. •Accurate keyboarding skills with a minimum typing speed of 55 wpm. •Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a mental health and addictions program interacting with patients and families...