Los Angeles County
BILLING SUPERVISOR / EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT HOMELESSNESS
Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY; EXAM NUMBER: b1190F-EA; FILING PERIOD: This posting will open for applications on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 08:00 AM (Pacific Time). This opportunity will remain open until the needs of the position are met. The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness. The County is revising and expanding its response, and seeks qualified individuals to help address housing, mental health, and substance use issues. This may be an opportunity for you if you are looking for a new career that benefits the population of LA County. The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Billing Supervisor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance, and this assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Billing Supervisor. Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of clerical staff designated to perform medical billing functions. Supervises the work of staff assigned to the Consolidated Business Office and to decentralized billing sections through subordinate supervisors. Ensures the implementation of policies and procedures designed to maximize revenue funds from program sources. Ensures ongoing training and keeps staff informed of changes in the provisions and requirements of governmental aid programs and in the billing operation's data processing system. Coordinates the work of the Consolidated Billing Operation with that of other divisions, departments and outside agencies. Reviews and analyzes current and proposed laws and regulations, and proposed changes in departmental policies and procedures in order to develop responses and recommendations or modifications based on how the proposals will impact the billing operation. Provides liaison between the Consolidated Billing Operation or department billing sections and agencies being billed to resolve discrepancies in processing claims. Develops, reviews and analyzes reports to ensure that claims will be in compliance with program requirements, regulations, department policies, and revenue practices. Prepares weekly, monthly, and quarterly statistical reports of revenue generated from patient billings. Identifies systems problems and, in cooperation with other divisions, develops procedures to resolve the problems. Carries out departmental personnel policies and procedures and conducts internal audit reviews to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Minimum Requirements
One year of experience at the level of Head Clerk in the supervision of staff responsible for patient care billing via a computerized accounts receivable system. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) at the time of filing in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. Special Requirements Information
It is important to fill out the job application completely and as directed. The Department of Mental Health encourages all applicants to submit relevant attachments including resumes and required documents in the Attachments section of the application. *In order to receive credit for any certificates, such as ASL, you must include a legible copy with your application at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days of filing. *Head Clerk is defined as supervising a very large number of employees performing general and specialized office clerical work or a smaller number performing more diversified and difficult duties. A large number is defined as 30 or more employees for general and specialized office clerical work, or 15 or more employees for more diversified and difficult duties. Allocation depends on staff size and complexity of work. Licenses and Physical Class
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Examination Content
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. Application and Filing Information
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, you may submit a new application to reaffirm interest and update information. Important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. Please add exams@dmh.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your approved senders to prevent emails from being filtered as spam. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline to verify your email address. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive notifications for examinations, but you can check notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox. Social Security Number
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
For candidates without regular access to computer or internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. An individual assessment of conviction history will be made if asked, considering factors such as rehabilitation, recency, and age. Exempted convictions or court records may not need to be disclosed if a valid court order applies. Department Contact
Department Contact Name: Sheenia Stewart, Exam Analyst Phone: 323-705-4669 or 213-972-7034 Email: smstewart@dmh.lacounty.gov or exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Teletype: 800-899-4099
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TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY; EXAM NUMBER: b1190F-EA; FILING PERIOD: This posting will open for applications on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 08:00 AM (Pacific Time). This opportunity will remain open until the needs of the position are met. The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness. The County is revising and expanding its response, and seeks qualified individuals to help address housing, mental health, and substance use issues. This may be an opportunity for you if you are looking for a new career that benefits the population of LA County. The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Billing Supervisor vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance, and this assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Billing Supervisor. Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of clerical staff designated to perform medical billing functions. Supervises the work of staff assigned to the Consolidated Business Office and to decentralized billing sections through subordinate supervisors. Ensures the implementation of policies and procedures designed to maximize revenue funds from program sources. Ensures ongoing training and keeps staff informed of changes in the provisions and requirements of governmental aid programs and in the billing operation's data processing system. Coordinates the work of the Consolidated Billing Operation with that of other divisions, departments and outside agencies. Reviews and analyzes current and proposed laws and regulations, and proposed changes in departmental policies and procedures in order to develop responses and recommendations or modifications based on how the proposals will impact the billing operation. Provides liaison between the Consolidated Billing Operation or department billing sections and agencies being billed to resolve discrepancies in processing claims. Develops, reviews and analyzes reports to ensure that claims will be in compliance with program requirements, regulations, department policies, and revenue practices. Prepares weekly, monthly, and quarterly statistical reports of revenue generated from patient billings. Identifies systems problems and, in cooperation with other divisions, develops procedures to resolve the problems. Carries out departmental personnel policies and procedures and conducts internal audit reviews to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures. Minimum Requirements
One year of experience at the level of Head Clerk in the supervision of staff responsible for patient care billing via a computerized accounts receivable system. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) at the time of filing in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. Special Requirements Information
It is important to fill out the job application completely and as directed. The Department of Mental Health encourages all applicants to submit relevant attachments including resumes and required documents in the Attachments section of the application. *In order to receive credit for any certificates, such as ASL, you must include a legible copy with your application at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days of filing. *Head Clerk is defined as supervising a very large number of employees performing general and specialized office clerical work or a smaller number performing more diversified and difficult duties. A large number is defined as 30 or more employees for general and specialized office clerical work, or 15 or more employees for more diversified and difficult duties. Allocation depends on staff size and complexity of work. Licenses and Physical Class
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class II – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. Examination Content
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment. Application and Filing Information
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, you may submit a new application to reaffirm interest and update information. Important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. Please add exams@dmh.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your approved senders to prevent emails from being filtered as spam. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline to verify your email address. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive notifications for examinations, but you can check notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox. Social Security Number
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
For candidates without regular access to computer or internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. An individual assessment of conviction history will be made if asked, considering factors such as rehabilitation, recency, and age. Exempted convictions or court records may not need to be disclosed if a valid court order applies. Department Contact
Department Contact Name: Sheenia Stewart, Exam Analyst Phone: 323-705-4669 or 213-972-7034 Email: smstewart@dmh.lacounty.gov or exams@dmh.lacounty.gov Teletype: 800-899-4099
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