FORESTDALE INC.·Town of Perinton, New York
The Administrative Assistant organizes health information, scheduling, and documentation for behavioral health services provided to children in care. Key duties include managing psychiatric evaluations, updating EMR systems, and ensuring compliance with NY State and City regulations.
The Behavioral Health Services Administrative Assistant organizes the exchange of health information, treatment planning, discharge planning, appointments, evaluations, psychiatric consents, referrals and documentation related to the behavioral health services provide to children in care This position maintains all clerical and clinical documentation in compliance with NY State and City regulations.
Location: 67-35 112th Street Forest Hills, NY
Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity.
We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission.
Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.
Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations.
These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.
Candidates must have an Associate's degree and at least two years of experience in mental health or child welfare. Fluency in Spanish and proficiency in Microsoft Office are mandatory requirements.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.
