Call Center Agent at Sigma Systems, Inc.

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3318173 Call Center Agent, Worcester, MA - 3-Months Contract
Sigma Systems is currently looking for a Call Center Agent to work within the Access Division Call Center: Specialist at UMass in Worcester, MA.
Shift timings
Mid 4x10-Hour (15:00 - 23:30)
Summary:

• Preference will be given to those with no RTO. Must be able to start 6/1. Flexibility is key with this position, as the hours could change.
• Also, the ability to travel to all locations (35-mile radius) is required. Advanced notice will be given for assignment location each day. May be required to travel/transport.
• Crisis center oversees 32 towns in MA, are contracted with two major hospitals where the clinicians reside and assist and deals with people with mental health crisis .
• Can be challenging and high stress. Crisis line reps have to respond to a call within 60 min.
• UMASS offers internal mechanisms to offer support and relief to contractors.
• A lot of walk ins - a lot of exposure to substance abuse and may participate in outreach.
• Contractors must remain sensitive and mindful and have empathy and understanding.
• Will encounter individuals who are actively detoxing / engaging in substance abuse - contractor will never be alone with these individuals.
• Epic EMR experience is a MUST. Check in , calling in ambulance/EMS , dispatching EMS , fast paced environment, knowing when to escalate , work with a team well , can take a few people to manage a call. Behavioral health field background (potential Behavioral Health Techs would do well) . PCRC in the ED background would do well. Roughly 1st shift receives 200 and 2nd 100, times of year can play a part in call volume .
• 6 crisis line staff members + 2 managing staff assisting with calls
• This position requires an empathetic and calm demeanor, as it can be very stressful. Must be good in a fast paced environment, along with being a great decision maker and team player. Bachelor's degree is required in any specialty.

Major Responsibilities:

• Receives and responds to telephone calls and referrals regarding urgent and emergent behavioral health services.
• Registers, screens, and completes insurance checks for individuals seeking services.
• Performs telephonic interventions which include, but are not limited to, crisis support and de-escalation of individuals in Crisis.
• For urgent and emergent services, assists Clinicians with arranging dispositions of cases inpatient bed Searches, making referrals, arranging transportation (cab or ambulance) etc.)
• Assigns and schedules initial assessments for urgent and emergent services.
• Obtains insurance authorizations, processes referrals and obtains information and enters into Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Communicates to supervisor information gathered for referrals from identified high priority referral sources, including (but not limited to) the Department of Mental Health and hospital inpatient programs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of services and resources available

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree required (Psychology, Sociology, HR, or related preferred)
• 1+ year of experience in behavioral health, mental health, or crisis settings
• Experience in high-stress healthcare environments (ED, crisis line, inpatient psych, detox, or similar)
• Proven ability to handle high-volume calls and perform real-time de-escalation
• Experience with crisis triage, escalation, and coordinating EMS or emergency services
• Familiarity with patient intake, insurance verification, and EHR documentation (Epic preferred)

Job Info:

• Company: Sigma Systems, Inc.
• Position: Call Center Agent
• Work Location: Worcester
• Country: US

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