Intake Associate - Bilingual Preferred (SP) Job # 1067

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Intake Associate - Bilingual Preferred (SP) Job # 1067 Active - Regular full-time SAN FERNANDO VALLEY, Chatsworth, CA, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 3214 Salary Range: $22.73 To $32.12 Hourly

INTAKE ASSOCIATE – CLINICAL - SP

The Organization North Los Angeles County Regional Center “NLACRC” is a private, non-profit agency that is contracted with the State of California, Department of Developmental Services, to provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. NLACRC is one of the largest regional centres in California and has proudly served the San Fernando Valley, Santa Clarita Valley, and Antelope Valley since 1974. We serve individuals across the lifespan from infants and toddlers, school age children, transition-age youth, to adults and aging adults. Supervision Receives general supervision from assigned Intake Supervisor. The Position and Job Summary (These are examples of the types of duties that may be performed. Additional duties may be added.) Gathers initial information related to request for eligibility and assist families with completion of intake application as needed. Conducts statewide searches for applicants to see if they have previously received services at any Regional Center. Creates initial inquiry or UCI and inputs and /or updates demographic information for applicants in Regional Center computer systems. Obtain and verify consents for services and records Requests and distributes medical, school, mental health and other applicable records. Requests and or verifies additional information as needed to assist in determining eligibility Answers phone calls and responds to emails and provides status updates to applicants, families, and other agencies (with consent). Requests case records from storage or other Regional Centers as needed. Documentation of all case activity in Regional Center computer systems. Participates in meetings and training sessions as requested. Prepares cases for supervisor review. Assigned Officer of the Day to assist callers or walk-ins with inquiries about applying for Lanterman Services. Review DCFS portal for referrals and accuracy. Performs administrative tasks as required. Employment Standards To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Education & Experience Any combination equivalent to or likely to provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. An Associates degree in a human/social services is required and two years of related experience. Skills and Abilities Excellent customer service on the telephone and/or in person. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Accurate and rapid typing for input of data. Attention to detail. Ability to prioritize, respond to multiple tasks, requests, and processes and meet timelines. Review and present information obtained in a concise manner. Utilize ear/microphone piece and enter initial data in the computer. Developmental or related disabilities, social service provision, basic community resources, use of word processing, internet, and data entry. Position requires bilingual: Spanish. NLACRC Offers an Excellent Benefits Package We offer employees a variety of health and dental plans: Health Insurance - W e provide a generous contribution to additional plans that the employee may select for employee only or employee and dependents costs. Dental Insurance – NLACRC pays the full cost of the Dental DMO Plan for employees and eligible dependents. We also offer a Dental PPO plan with a low employee monthly contribution for employees and eligible dependents Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care expenses No cost Life, Accidental Death & Disability, Long Term Disability Insurance for employees No cost Vision plan for employees and eligible dependents Retirement plan - NLACRC is a member of CalPERS which is a defined benefit plan that provides a monthly retirement allowance for eligible employees NLACRC offers two (2) deferred compensation plans - 457 and 403(b) Participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program Participate in Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off – Eligible for 3 weeks of accrued vacation in the first year, 8 hours per month sick time, education, wellness and sabbatical time Holidays – NLACRC offers 12 paid holidays throughout the year Most positions are offered a hybrid – remote option Please note that benefit costs are pro-rated for part-time employees. Professional Development Opportunities & Growth NLACRC values the professional development of staff! Variety of career paths for entry-level management positions for those seeking leadership opportunities in the social services field. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NLACRC, we value and celebrate diversity! In September 2021, NLACRC launched an initiative to enhance and strengthen our commitment to diversity and belonging. Compensation This position is non-exempt. Regular Salary: $22.73 - $32.12 per hour, plus $69.24 per bi-weekly pay period for bilingual services. Starting salary is typically between the $22.73 and $25.09 of the range, depending on internal equity and experience. NLACRC is an equal opportunity employer. Further, NLACRC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr NLACRC