Summary
This entry-level trainee role in a psychiatric hospital's social work department involves coordinating patient registrations, scheduling evaluations and admissions, managing data entry, and handling information requests from courts, attorneys, and law enforcement to support mental health services.
It requires using good judgment to follow rules and maintain accurate records in a busy hospital setting.
A good fit would be someone organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with sensitive patient information, ideally with some background in administrative or healthcare support.
Full Job Description
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Departmental Technician 7-E9- This position is responsible for performing a variety of technician assignments within the Department of Social Work for Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital in support of departmental programs, services and activities using independent judgment in making decisions based on established methods, procedures, policies, regulations, and requirement under the mental health code and court systems. This position coordinates and oversees the center-wide registration of clients and the scheduling of all evaluations and hospital admissions of individuals referred to the State Hospital Administration for treatment. The incumbent compiles, reviews, and monitors information either by direct data entry or by monitoring and reviewing information entered by other disciplines that have access to systems. This position also processes information requests from SHA, DHHS staff, Michigan Courts, prosecutors and defense attorneys, and law enforcement agencies. In this role, the individual provides independent oversight in maintaining hospital-wide data integrity and resolution of problems.
Departmental Technician Trainee- In a learning capacity, this position is responsible for performing a variety of technician assignments within the Department of Social Work for Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital in support of departmental programs, services and activities using independent judgment in making decisions based on established methods, procedures, policies, regulations, and requirement under the mental health code and court systems. This position coordinates and oversees the center-wide registration of clients and the scheduling of all evaluations and hospital admissions of individuals referred to the State Hospital Administration for treatment. The incumbent compiles, reviews, and monitors information either by direct data entry or by monitoring and reviewing information entered by other disciplines that have access to systems. This position also processes information requests from SHA, DHHS staff, Michigan Courts, prosecutors and defense attorneys, and law enforcement agencies. In this role, the individual provides independent oversight in maintaining hospital-wide data integrity and resolution of problems.
Departmental Technician 7-E9
Position DescriptionDepartmental Trainee
Position DescriptionJob SpecificationTo be considered for this position you must:- apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
- attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- attach a cover letter.
if applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required. Requirements
Education
Education typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Departmental Technician 7
One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service.
Departmental Technician 8
One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service.
OR
One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service.
Departmental Technician E9
One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.
OR
One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.
OR
Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service. Qualifications
Departmental Technician (Trainee) 7 Two years of experience in a 7 level or higher non-administrative support ECP Group One classification. OR One year of experience as a first-line supervisor in an ECP Group Three classification.
Departmental Technician 7
Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Departmental Technician 8
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Departmental Technician E9
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree and one year of job-related experience may be substituted for the experience requirement. Additional Information
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
Position Location/Remote Office: This position is located at 1312 Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo, MI, 49008 and the selected incumbent will be required to physically report to this office. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:
o A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
o A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
o Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.
The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line.
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