Receptionist- Part Time

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring a part-time Receptionist. Responsible for performing clerical and supportive financial duties as well as manage administrative tasks.

Benefits and Perks:

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.

• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience and licensure.

• Salary $16-$18/Hourly.

• Opportunity for advancement.

• Monday through Friday.

• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.

• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Answer incoming phone calls, provide information, and refer caller to appropriate staff member.

• Greet clients and walk-ins at the door, provide information and direct client to appropriate staff member.

• Perform clerical duties, including but not limited to filing, faxing, copying and mailing.

• Record and balance payment is designated system on a daily basis.

• Collect co-pays and deductibles on a daily basis.

• Complete MEDI checks and Run MaxRTE daily. Coordinate with Office Manager to ensure insurance verification is completed for new clients opened on weekends.

• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.

• Experience performing receptionist and clerical duties preferred.

• Experience with mental health billing preferred.

• Experience working with and monitoring highly confidential information preferred.

• Knowledge of practices and terminology used in clerical, accounting, and in a medical setting preferred.

• Background check clearance required.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.

• Excellent organization, presentation and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.