ADMISSIONS SPECIALIST - HOSPITAL in Orefield, Pennsylvania at KidsPeace Childrens Hospital

Seeking a detailed Admissions Specialist for the Hosptial- Full - Time Opportunity - Overnight Shift

About Us

KidsPeace is a private charity dedicated to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have offered psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and foster care programs. Our team works in an environment defined by compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering hope and healing.

What We Offer

• Tuition assistance & student loan forgiveness options
• Competitive compensation - based on education/experience
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• Two week paid training program
• Professional growth: ongoing development, training opportunities, and structured career pathways.
• Supportive environment: a collaborative and compassionate team culture.

Position Summary

Admissions Specialists are responsible for processing all admissions to the KidsPeace Children's Hospital from referral to completed admission.

This individual will possess a working knowledge of the KidsPeace continuum of care, will be customer-focused and mission-driven, thereby ensuring timely processing of admissions to KidsPeace National Centers.

The Admissions Specialist will develop and demonstrate a working knowledge of mental health delivery systems to assist callers in finding appropriate programs for clients not accepted at KidsPeace.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate Degree required (60+ credits) ; Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health or related field preferred.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish/English)
• Some experience with acute emotionally challenged children or adolescents preferred.
• Must possess basic personal computer knowledge and skills.
• Excellent organization abilities required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

KidsPeace is the employer of choice in the mental and behavioral healthcare field. As a KidsPeace associate, you can expect the following:

· Competitive compensation structures and the opportunity for associates to gather valuable practical experience and advance careers much more quickly than at other providers.

· Generous paid time off that we actively encourage our associates to use which promotes a work/life balance.

· Tuition assistance and a student loan forgiveness program to ensure that when you work to improve your ability to help our clients, you can rely on KidsPeace to support you.

· Comprehensive benefits package including life and disability insurance as well as pet insurance!

· An organizational culture filled with respect and the comradery of like-minded colleagues who live the mission to Give Hope, Help and Healing to Children, Adults and Those Who Love Them.

KidsPeace is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting workforce diversity.