Administrative Assistant

Person Centered Services•Rochester, NY

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant for Operations is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to Care Coordination and Support Department team members through management of office operations, document processing, records management, mail coordination, customer service, and administrative workflows. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth functioning of the department and supporting the delivery of services to individuals.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required.
Ability to work independently, use available resources to solve problems, proactively approach professional responsibilities, and complete work in a timely manner.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong oral and written communication skills, and organizational skills
Ability to keep sensitive and privileged information confidential
Demonstrates cultural competence
Must have access to reliable transportation and be willing to travel regularly within the service area

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree, preferred.
Familiarity with I/DD provider agencies, OPWDD, or Health Homes, preferred.
Office Experience preferred
Experience creating and utilizing tracking systems in Excel preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete program-related typing, copying, data entry, and other administrative tasks, including preparation of letters, correspondence, records, reports, and confidential documentation.
Distribute Life Plans to individuals supported and their representatives in accordance with organizational policies and procedures using the method identified by the Care Coordinator (mail, email, or other approved methods).
Receive and process returned Life Plan signatures through mail and electronic communication in accordance with established procedures.
Distribute, upload, and organize supporting documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) while appropriately notifying necessary parties and maintaining accurate records.
Maintain department trackers, spreadsheets, databases, and other tools used to support operational workflows and monitor completion of assigned tasks.
Upload and submit required documentation to statewide databases, authorization systems, and regulatory platforms, including CAS/CANS Assessments and other required records.
Complete administrative tasks associated with new enrollments, including distribution and processing of required documents such as Welcome Letters, Notices of Decision (NOD), and other enrollment materials.
Assist with internal and external audit activities, including document retrieval, distribution, uploading, tracking, and follow-up activities related to audit findings and corrective actions.
Receive, process, sort, scan, distribute, and maintain incoming mail, documentation, and records in accordance with organizational procedures, records retention requirements, and confidentiality standards.
Support records management activities, including document scanning, filing, archival, retention, and destruction in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Serve as a professional and responsive point of contact for team members, providers, individuals supported, families, and external stakeholders by responding to routine inquiries and routing concerns to appropriate staff.
Monitor assigned work queues and administrative tasks, prioritize workload appropriately, and escalate barriers that may impact service delivery or compliance.
Utilize organizational systems and technology, including Microsoft 365 applications, SharePoint, EMR platforms, electronic filing systems, and other administrative software to support daily operations.
Participate in workflow standardization, and process improvement initiatives designed to improve efficiency, consistency, and service quality.
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information and other sensitive organizational information in accordance with agency policies and applicable regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Commits to a respectful, just, and supportive environment for all individuals and team members aligning with the organization’s commitment to inclusion and belonging.