Front Desk Receptionist (Bilingual - Spanish)

New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center•Brooklyn, NY

1d•$19 - $21

About The Position

New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) is New York State’s largest community mental health clinic, serving more than 15,000 clients each month through accessible in-person and telehealth services. With over 50 years of experience, we remain deeply committed to clinical excellence and meaningful care for the communities we serve. In 2025, NYPCC was recognized by City & State as both a Top Place to Work and a Top Mental Health Care Provider in New York, and we are proud to hold Mental Health America’s Platinum Bell Seal. These honors reflect our mission-driven culture and our strong emphasis on employee well-being, professional growth, and lasting impact. General office responsibilities (answer phones/take messages, scan, fax and copy, etc.) Schedule appointments Greet/direct clients and visitors upon arrival Check clients in and out on electronic health record system File documents in patient charts Coordinate drop-offs and pickups of transportation services Provide support to the clinical team and chart maintenance Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPPA regulations Perform other related duties as assigned by the Office Manager and Program Administrator The ideal candidate for this position possesses a personal presence characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and care with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the mission, vision, goals, and values NYPCC Has the ability to self-care and cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position, function independently, have flexibility, consistency, and professionalism Can develop and sustain safe, positive, and productive work habits and demonstrate compliance with NYPCC policies and procedures NYPCC is a fast-paced, energetic, dynamic environment that employs people with a passion for our mission. NYPCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Requirements

Must be Bilingual in English and Spanish
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
1 to 2 years of reception experience in a fast paced office, preferably in medical or community mental health office, is required
Must be proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel)
Must have the ability to learn new software
Possesses the personality and demeanor to work with difficult clients
Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to multi-task
Must be a team player
Thrives under pressure in an outpatient client environment
1 form of picture ID (non-expired)
Unexpired passport: OR Driver’s License AND Social Security Card; OR State ID Card AND Social Security Card
Has the ability to self-care and cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position, function independently, have flexibility, consistency, and professionalism
Can develop and sustain safe, positive, and productive work habits and demonstrate compliance with NYPCC policies and procedures

Responsibilities

Answer phones/take messages
Scan, fax and copy
Schedule appointments
Greet/direct clients and visitors upon arrival
Check clients in and out on electronic health record system
File documents in patient charts
Coordinate drop-offs and pickups of transportation services
Provide support to the clinical team and chart maintenance
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPPA regulations
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Office Manager and Program Administrator