Job Opening: Call Center Representative
Department DCHD Department of Health
Division Population Health
Posting Date: June 4, 2025
Salary: $32,669.00 Annually / $17.95 Hourly
The Call Center Representative is responsible for handling calls that come into Delaware County Health Department’s call center operations and providing accurate information to each caller. This Call Center is operated out of the Delaware County Health Department five days a week to provide support to the clinical community and the public. This role will be responsible for responding to both calls and emails during specific shifts and assisting in scheduling of clinic appointments. This is an hourly, nonexempt position.
Answers and manages calls that come into the Call Center during each assigned shift.
Answers and manages emails that come into the Call Center inbox during each assigned shift.
Enters all contacts into the database for tracking calls and follows procedures for reporting issues.
Refers callers to the appropriate department staff or external resource efficiently, and professionally prioritizing a warm and responsive customer service approach.
Communicates trends and recurring issues to the Call Center Coordinator in a timely and clear manner.
Refers crisis calls to appropriate resources quickly and calmly, keeping the Call Center Coordinator informed and requesting support as needed.
Keeps up-to-date on information and resources available across the County for providers and the general public.
Connects callers and emails with clinical providers in consultation with the Call Center Coordinator.
Utilizes call center software to track all contacts.
Assists callers in scheduling clinic appointments.
Participates in mandatory department meetings and assignments per accreditation requirements, including workgroups and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Performs all other duties, tasks and special projects as assigned.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check.
High School degree required, bachelor’s degree in public health, or other related field preferred.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with a wide range of persons.
Bilingual ability a plus.
Ability to maintain and handle confidential information.
Ability to follow protocol, procedures, and established guidelines.
A strong work ethic and ability to manage a demanding workload.
Strong relationship-building skills.
** Delaware County requires all employees be up to date for COVID-19 vaccination. Proof of vaccination must be submitted before a candidate’s start date if hired.
To apply, please go to Neo.gov.