Administrative Assistant

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Administrative Assistant

Provide quality assistance to clients, community members, the general public and employees of the agency and ensure efficient and smooth day-to-day operations of our programs. This full-time position supports the Adult Crisis Stabilization program.

Responsibilities:

• General clerical and office support: data entry, reports, presentation materials, routine support for financial operations
• Engage with guests and clients in a warm and professional manner
• Assists internal clients with moderately complex problem-solving
• Utilize electronic health record systems and supports basic use of other technologies
• Purchase/track provisions for clients’ meals, with bi-weekly shopping at local markets
• Front Desk assistance, following security protocols
• Help with Front Desk duties at other administrative sites
• Hold building wide information and maintain organized and welcoming physical spaces

Requirements:

• Two or more years of administrative/business experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid Driver's License and use of a personal vehicle

Structure:

• Full-time
• Non-exempt
• Starting at $22.15 an hour
• We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience

Benefits:

• Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive Health Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
• Two Dental options through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Childcare Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee Referral and Sign on bonuses are subject to Howard Center policy for internal and external applicants.

Our Values: Clients are at the heart of our decision making. We are committed to individual and collective well-being and success. We are responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us. We are steadfast in our practice and pursuit of excellence.

Howard Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. The agency's culture and service delivery is strengthened by the diversity of its workforce. Minorities, people of color, LGBTQIA and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EOE/TTY. Visit "About Us" to review Howard Center's EOE policy.