MEDICAL SERVICES CLERK

About the role

We are currently looking for a qualified Medical Services Clerk to join our residential team in Apple Valley, CA 92308.

Responsibilities

• See all children needing medical attention and evaluate their conditions, treating minor injuries or illness and recommending a doctor's visit as necessary.
• Order, store, deliver, dispose of and maintain inventory of all medication.
• Follow up with staff regarding medication dispensed when not on duty.
• Oversee the ordering of medication through the pharmacy and the accuracy of the pharmacy's billing.
• Work closely with the Clinical Coordinator or Clinical Director regarding dispensing medication and assure that legal documentation is current to the prescribed medication per county and licensing requirements.
• Schedule all appointments for children to be evaluated by appropriate medical professionals as needed and required by law when necessary.
• Obtain Medi-Cal cards or private insurance forms for all youth and contact Eligibility Workers, Probation Officers and/or Mission Office for necessary information.
• Assure that Medi-Cal Insurance and social security numbers are issued to the appropriate providers in a timely manner.
• Maintain a daily log for the Assistant Director and Team Administrator of all scheduled medical and dental appointments including on-ground visits by medical professional.
• Transport children to medical appointments when necessary.
• Drive a vehicle when necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED at a minimum, in addition to one or more of the following: Bachelor’s Degree in the Social Sciences or Child Development, Previous experience as an employee or volunteer at a group home, STRTP, or substance abuse treatment program for at least one year;
• “Lived” experience in the child welfare, mental health, juvenile justice, or developmental disabilities system as a consumer or caregiver;
• Minimum of one hundred (100) hours of relevant experience working with youth as a mentor, athletic coach, teacher, vocational coach, tutor or counselor.
• Knowledge of, as well as experience in, medical billing in Medi-cal enrolling, un-enrolling and billing.
• Proficient in the use of computers, including Email, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience working in a facility/program similar to Trinity or one with the counseling, education, or recreation of youth is preferred.
• An interest in working directly with youth in accordance with the general requirements as established in the California Administrative Code, Title 22.
• Completed training for Medication Dispensing and Blood Borne Pathogens.
• Able to pass a physical examination; drug clearance; criminal background check and Child Abuse Index check.
• Able to safely operate a motor vehicle and be insurable by Trinity’s insurance carrier.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus and strongly preferred.

Skills

• High school diploma or GED at a minimum, in addition to one or more of the following: Bachelor’s Degree in the Social Sciences or Child Development, Previous experience as an employee or volunteer at a group home, STRTP, or substance abuse treatment program for at least one year;
• “Lived” experience in the child welfare, mental health, juvenile justice, or developmental disabilities system as a consumer or caregiver;
• Minimum of one hundred (100) hours of relevant experience working with youth as a mentor, athletic coach, teacher, vocational coach, tutor or counselor.
• Knowledge of, as well as experience in, medical billing in Medi-cal enrolling, un-enrolling and billing.
• Proficient in the use of computers, including Email, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience working in a facility/program similar to Trinity or one with the counseling, education, or recreation of youth is preferred.
• An interest in working directly with youth in accordance with the general requirements as established in the California Administrative Code, Title 22.
• Completed training for Medication Dispensing and Blood Borne Pathogens.
• Able to safely operate a motor vehicle and be insurable by Trinity’s insurance carrier.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus and strongly preferred.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Education Reimbursement for Masters Degrees
Paid PTO, Holidays, Jury Duty, and Bereavement
Retail Plans
Career Advancement Opportunities

Pay

$18.50 per hour.

About Trinity Youth Services

Since 1966, Trinity has been a premier provider of children’s programs and services in California, specializing in Short-Term residential Therapeutic Programs (STRTP), mental health services, foster care, Intensive Services Foster Care (ISFC) and adoption. Since its inception, Trinity has helped more than 65,000 children and youth.

Covid-19 Vaccine Requirement

As of October 15, 2021, Trinity Youth Services has required the COVID-19 vaccine for all employees, excluding those with an approved medical or religious exemption, as a condition of employment to help ensure the safety of all employees and youth and families served.

About Company Apis Services, Inc.

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