Intake Clerk

Salary range: The salary range for this position is CAD $24.76 - $26.38 / hour Why Fraser Health?:
We are currently looking to fill a** Casual** opportunity for a**Intake Clerk** at Chilliwack**, Home Support**located in **Chilliwack, BC.**

Are you a dedicated and passionate learner looking to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives? Join our dynamic team at **Chilliwack, Home Support,** where you’ll play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of care for our patients.

**Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including**:

- Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
- Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
- Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
- Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
- Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave.
- TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes

Additional employee discounts and perks available.

**_*Eligibility based on employment status_**

Detailed Overview: Processes client intakes from various programs for an assigned area by inputting client information into a computerized system; creates and dispatches client files to the appropriate location; responds to queries from Home Health and Home Support and performs general office duties such as answering telephones and greeting visitors. Responsibilities:

- Processes client intakes by obtaining information, completing required documentation and liaising with others to obtain additional or missing client information; confirms clients for services, establishes and maintains wait lists as per established procedures.
- Distributes service orders and liaises with Home Support staff to ensure service requirements are met; assembles client files, assign file numbers and prepares file folders; files and/or distributes document or files, as required.
- Gathers and compiles information such as client information and statistics, as required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications**:Education and Experience**

Grade 12, Office Administration Certificate and one (1) year of recent, related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to organize and prioritize.
- Ability to type 50 wpm.
- Business writing skills.
- Knowledge of general office procedures.
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.