
Supervisor, Receptionist - Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Job Description
- One of the first centers designed as a fully integrated system of care to address deficiencies in mental health care as identified by the Institute of Medicine.
- Innovative residential assessment, inpatient and outpatient programs in partnership with UC Health serving more than 54,660 patients from around the world.
- A leader in research and collaborations that are advancing the field and positioning Cincinnati as a national leader in mental health care.
- Answers telephone lines, provides general information, and accurately determines where to route call. Is a resource of information for all callers, visitors, staff and patients at LCOH.
- Screens and direct phone calls for Access and Referral Center (ARC) and Residential. Uses good listening skills to coach callers on their specific mental health situation, and to make recommendations on appropriate level of care. Educates callers on when and how to access resources. Provides transition to services at LCOH. If appropriate resources are not available at LCOH, refers callers to appropriate external resources.
- When working in the Welcome Center, greets all visitors in a respectful manner as they enter the main lobby. Monitors visitor access and issues passes as appropriate. Orients visitors to policies, and works to ensure restricted items are not being taken to the units. This includes property checks and review of restricted items. Prepares the reception area for daily operations, insuring everything is fully operational.
- Operates computer-based systems such as Easy Lobby , Microsoft Office, and Paycor Scheduling/Timekeeping
- Maintains AVAYA Phone System Flow and Maintenance and coordinates needed changes with UC Health IT. Operates the welcome center call queue system.
- Coordinates employee schedules for Welcome Center coverage needs.
- Provides coaching and feedback to staff, and coordinates regular staff meetings with ARC Director. Trains new employees for the Welcome Center and telephone systems.
- Monitors and insures that necessary supplies are available.
- Periodically review protocols for the department, identifying changes or improvements to enhance services. This includes keeping an updated training guide. Updates protocols and policies in coordination with ARC Manager.
- Monitors performance improvement indicators as required. Pulls and monitors phone reports.
- Operate specialized office equipment and maintain needed supplies for operation.
- Works with other departments and attends needed meetings and committees related to Welcome Center Department. (CCHMC, Outpatient Practice)
- Obtains clinical measurements as directed by ARC staff such as vital signs, height and weight.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma required. Some education or training in mental health preferred.
- At least 1 year of experience working in the mental health field preferred.
- Strong organizational skills
- Prior supervisor experience preferred
- Very strong customer service skills.
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to enthusiastically follow and model the Lindner Center of HOPE mission, vision and values.