Admissions Assistant
Keystone Treatment Center · Sioux Falls, SD · 2 wk ago
Full-time
About the role
Keystone Treatment Center is seeking a dedicated Admissions Assistant to join our mission-driven team supporting individuals seeking Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, compassionate environment and is committed to helping clients take their first steps toward recovery.
Schedule
Full-Time | Monday–Friday 9:30am–6:00pm | Rotating Weekend Shift
Responsibilities
- Serve as the first point of contact for potential clients and families seeking treatment
- Guide individuals through the admissions process with empathy, professionalism, and clarity
- Discuss funding options, insurance coverage, and financial responsibilities
- Coordinate transportation logistics to ensure safe and timely arrival for treatment
- Collaborate with clinical, administrative, and outreach teams to support smooth admissions
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality standards
- Participate in a rotating weekend schedule to support 7-day admissions needs
- Greet and search new patients and those transporting patients upon arrival
- Review prospective admissions against approved admission criteria, policies and procedures
- Perform clerical duties such as managing paperwork, handling data entry, engaging with insurance companies over claims, and answering phones
- Complete paperwork necessary to admit patient to the assigned program and explain forms prior to patient signing
- Notify clinical lead of patient’s arrival and escort the patient and documentation to appropriate location within the facility
- Ensure efficient and accurate completion of the admission process of patients and timely distribution of the paperwork necessary to notify staff of the arrival/transfer of each patient
- Ensure all required patient information is received, processed, and necessary appointments are made with the proper behavioral or medical health personnel
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude towards customers always
- When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints
- Recognize that patient safety is a top priority
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned
Requirements
- High-school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
- Bachelor’s degree in a social services field preferred
- One or more years’ experience in healthcare preferred
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility)
- First aid may be required based on state or facility
Skills
- Strong communication skills and the ability to speak with clients in crisis with compassion
- Comfort discussing financial matters, insurance benefits, and payment options
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized in a dynamic environment
- Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, customer service, or admissions is a plus
- A commitment to supporting individuals on their recovery journey