Administrative Assistant

About the role

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.

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.

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.