Administrative Support

About the role

Are you looking to work in a school-based, fast-paced working environment? Do you enjoy completing clerical tasks and using your administrative skills? If you answered YES, then consider joining our team as a PT Administrative Assistant at Devereux Day Academy located in Landenberg, PA!

Schedule

• Monday - Friday (flexible days)
• 8:30am - 3:30pm OR 9am - 2pm (20 to 25 hrs per week on average)
• PT employees can work no more than 32 hrs. per week*

Everyday As a PT Administration Support

• Provides administrative support functions for the daily operation of the Devereux Day School
• Answers phones, responds to inquiries and forwards messages to the appropriate individuals in a timely fashion.
• Receives, prints, and distributes written communications to the appropriate individuals in a timely fashion.
• Schedules meetings and serves as the liaison for all involved parties to include team meetings and progress reviews.
• Maintains office supplies; orders, receives and distributes program purchases.
• Maintains compliance with all training/learning requirements and takes initiative in seeking opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age and have reliable transportation.
• EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent; Preferred AA Degree in related field.
• EXPERIENCE: 2 years experience working in a clerical/secretarial position in front office preferred. Comprehensive knowledge of word processing software applications and office practices.

Pay

Payrate: $17.75 - $20.24 per hour (based on experience and education)

Training and development opportunities

ASCEND - Career Accelerator Program #sponsored

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year. Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences. With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

What Devereux Offers You

• A competitive salary
• A comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners.
• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

EEO

Devereux is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.