Clerk 3 (Local Government) - Somerset County MH/ID

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$28,642.00 Annually
benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.
United States, Pennsylvania, Somerset
245 West Race Street (Show on map)
Jun 26, 2025
THE POSITION Thank you for viewing our job posting! At Bedford-Somerset Developmental and Behavioral Health Services (DBHS), our vision is for every person and family that we serve to have a network of family, friends, advocates, and supportive services to live a full and productive life in our community. Learn more about us at www.dbhs.co. This opportunity is for a Clerk 3 to perform clerical and fiscal work involving the completion of financial formularies to determine consumers' liability, financial updates, consumer registrations, and other departmental related tasks. This position is responsible for all information gathered from consumers regarding financial information, insurance coverage, Releases of Information, and information to be entered into the EMR (Electronic Medical Records) computer system. Apply today to take advantage of our excellent benefits, pension plan, alternative work schedule options, paid time off, and more! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this Clerk 3 position, the incumbent will work independently in the coordination of the registration process for individuals who are in need of Behavioral Health services in Bedford and Somerset counties. Work involves coordinating the referral process for individuals to obtain needed service from the appropriate or chosen provider, communicating effectively with the individuals to coordinate referrals for service needs, as well as working with individuals to obtain and verify demographic and financial information. This position is also responsible for obtaining financial information from individuals; copying any insurance information, income, and any expenses allowed by financial regulations; and explaining the financial responsibility the individual may have, if any, for needed services they receive. Additional responsibilities include: Completing individual liability redeterminations Reviewing tax forms, wage statements, income tax forms, pension/benefit statements, health insurance premiums, medical expenses, real estate taxes, childcare expenses, and other financial data in order to calculate financial liability according to the state formulary Contacting insurance companies and reviewing insurance authorizations Explaining the liability formula and applicable regulations to individuals and family members Consulting with other DBHS staff as requested in regard to financial liability regulations and requirements Determining financial liability through calculation of individual household income provided and deductions allowable by state guidelines Staying up-to-date on insurance changes Coordinating with the Finance department staff, individuals, and providers regarding Individual Abatements Maintaining and ensuring updated and accurate individual demographic information within the Agency's EHR (Electronic Health Records) computer system Providing assistance to the Finance Department in the process of addressing Delinquent Individual Liability Accounts for Somerset individuals Maintaining a petty cash fund Assisting staff in maintaining vehicle logs in departmental vehicles Providing primary backup coverage to the Administrative Assistant for dispersing office supplies and credit cards Assisting with front desk receptionist coverage Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. On occasion, staff may need to work hours outside of the set work week to complete projects, meet work demands, or in the event of an emergency. This position reports to the DBHS Office for work. Upon hire, new staff begin training and are on probation for 6 months. New staff may be eligible for a hybrid of on-site and remote work after 6-months of employment. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Six months as a Clerk 2, and education development to the level of high school; or One year of progressively complex clerical experience and completion of high school; or Six months of moderately complex clerical experience and completion of a post high school business curriculum; or Any equivalent experience and/or training which provided the required knowledges and abilities. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.