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New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC)

Front Desk Receptionist (Bilingual Spanish)

New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC), New York, New York, us, 10261

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Front Desk Receptionist (Bilingual Spanish) Company Description Named City and State's Top Place to Work in NY (2025) — Join a mission-driven mental health leader serving 15,000+ clients each month!

Celebrating over 50 years of excellence, New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) is a leader in community mental health, serving over 15,000 clients each month across four locations. We operate the largest mental health clinic in New York State and are committed to innovation and “caring for the community” through both in-person and telehealth services.

NYPCC is proud to be certified as a Platinum Bell Seal organization by Mental Health America — the highest distinction for workplace mental health. We were also named one of the Top Places to Work in New York in 2025, reflecting our commitment to supporting, valuing, and investing in our dedicated team through competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a mission-driven culture.

Reasons to Join NYPCC

We Pay Down Your Student Loans!

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance is Paid for by NYPCC 100%

Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays

Annual Rate Increases

403B Retirement Plan with Company Match!

NYPCC Health and Wellness Events

Amazing Workplace Culture

Job Description The Front Desk Receptionist performs routine clerical and administrative work in answering telephones, assisting clients and visitors, providing assistance, crucial support to prescribers, clinical reporting and scheduling.

Greet and welcome clients and visitors directing them appropriately upon arrival

Check clients in and out on electronic health record system

Answer phones, take messages, and transfer calls as needed

Perform general office duties inclusive but not limited to scanning, faxing, and making copies

Schedule appointments for clients and conduct outreach as determined by management

Assist with processing referrals and intake related scheduling appointments for clients

Provide prescribers with both in-person and virtual support.

Assist prescribers and other staff to ensure efficient scheduling

Provide daily scheduling outreach and regularly submit summary reporting data

Processing of prior authorizations and obtain the required approval for medications

Facilitate Medical Records requests in compliance with state regulatory guidelines

Electronically store, accurately record patient information into EMR system

Provide support to all interdisciplinary teams, including clinical and medical staff

Maintain confidentiality, ensuring to safeguard PHI as well as related documents in compliance with HIPAA regulations

Assist with opening and securely closing the clinic when required

Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Clerical Staff, Management, Program Administration and Leadership

Perform other duties based on operational needs to provide a positive client experience

Qualifications

Bilingual; fluent in English and Spanish

High School Diploma or equivalent

1-2 years of reception experience in a fast-paced office, preferably in medical or community mental health office

Exceptional customer service skills

Ability to maintain self-care and cope with mental and emotional stress related to the position, function independently, and have flexibility, consistency, and professionalism

Ability to multi-task with attention to detail

Works well in a team setting

Able to work well in a fast-paced environment

Proficient in Microsoft SharePoint, Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Working knowledge of MS TEAMS video meeting platform

Ability to perform with versatility and tact in an evolving work environment of a mental healthcare facility

Maintains a positive attitude and is friendly, upbeat, and has a great “can do” personality

Passionate about NYPCC’s mission and values

Additional Information NYPCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Salary: $19.00-$20.00 Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Administrative

Industries Mental Health Care

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