Elwyn is hiring: Intake Coordinator - Philadelphia, PA in Philadelphia

Reference #: 5001087366506 Intake Coordinator #ELW-19810 | Posted 12/04/2024 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Intake Coordinator #ELW-19810 | Posted 12/04/2024 | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Apply for this job now! Job Description Pay Rate: $20.00 per Hour Schedule: M-F days Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation. Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life. Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours: Generous Paid Time Off Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay Paid On-the-Job Training Tuition Reimbursement Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth Flexible Schedules Retirement Savings Plan Elwyn is currently seeking an Intake Coordinator (IC) to serve as the first point of contact for families whose children are entering preschool early intervention in the City of Philadelphia. This role responds to and supports families and service providers upon their initial call into Elwyn preschool early intervention's (EI) main Intake and Transition telephone lines. The IC facilitates the scheduling of evaluation appointments, answers questions regarding the intake, evaluation and Individual Education Plan (IEP) processes, and collects the standardized intake information necessary to recommend inclusion of specific service discipline representatives on the Multidisciplinary Evaluation (MDE) team. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Answer calls via the preschool EI intake and transition lines in a call center environment; respond to calls from parents, guardians, service providers, school administrators, 0-3 agencies, and general public regarding the provision of EI services Provide information to callers regarding early intervention and the intake referral process including, but not limited to, scheduling intake and/or evaluation appointments and the location/method of contact for the appointment Utilize knowledge of the early intervention process and regulations, as well as child-specific information found in related data systems, (Sprout and Pelican) to appropriately respond to incoming phone calls to the intake and transition lines Speak with callers using probing and clarifying questions, as needed, to determine the level of the child's development and areas of need based upon information supplied by the parent Evaluate family concerns in the context of typical child development Accurately collect, enter into, and manage client data using CRM system (Sprout) Process referrals adhering to established policies and procedures Multitask and prioritize workflow in the office. Perform other duties as assigned EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, human services or related field preferred Two (2) years' experience in concierge-level customer service dealing with the public via telephone or face-to-face contact Non-profit human service experience highly preferred Self-starter who does not require heavy oversight, but can manage competing deadlines and tasks on their own Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities Demonstrated strong attention to detail Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make de isions with little or no need for direct supervision Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills are essential, as the job requires communicating effectively with the public. Proficiency in and a command of the English language are required. Demonstrated intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook Experience using Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health, early childhood education and/or early intervention services and regulations Demonstrated ability to follow established procedures Ability to type a minimum of 45 words per minute Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic, and highly organized PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn New Jersey will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions. Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract. Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, disability status, military or veteran status, marital or family status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and federal law. Job Details Job TitleIntake Coordinator Alternate Locations 3300 Henry Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19129 Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.