UNIT CLERK in Orefield, Pennsylvania at KidsPeace Childrens Hospital

Unit Clerk

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.

Position Overview

The Unit Clerk position is responsible for the overall coordination of the module. The Unit Clerk must possess the ability to professionally communicate with all Hospital/KidsPeace personnel, as well as all referral sources, parents, clients and other professionals. The Unit Clerk will assist in the clerical case management of all clients as it relates to admission, discharge and treatment under the direction of nursing leadership. The Unit Clerk must possess flexibility, attention to task completion, and excellent organizational skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and even pet insurance
• Professional Growth Opportunities – Ongoing training, development programs, and clear pathways for career advancement
• Supportive Culture – A team environment built on collaboration, respect, and compassion

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health or related field preferred.
• 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. CPR/First Aid certification required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates admission planning with treatment team members.
• Notifies clients’ primary care physician of admission and maintains communication as necessary throughout hospitalization.
• Completes admission notification documentation in the clients’ electronic health record.
• Coordinates discharge planning in conjunction with the treatment team.
• Prepares discharge packet for the client and family, primary care physician as well as aftercare providers.
• Completes discharge notification documentation in the clients’ electronic health record.
• Provides support to the treatment team during crisis situations such as providing client supervision, monitoring visits, assisting clients with self-care, telephone calls, and maintaining a safe environment.
• Assists the treatment team with data entry into the electronic health record, including scanning and uploading documents as needed.