Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits:

• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Job Title: Administrative Support Specialist

Work Location: Springfield, MA

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply 

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary:

The Springfield Family Resource Center Administrative Support Specialist provides administrative and program support that includes functions such as: working with FRC staff to manage the FRC calendar and schedule events, conducting informal screening of Family Members, obtaining information about reasons for accessing services and providing information and referral resources to Family Members

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overall office management, purchase and acquisition of office supplies and office equipment maintenance.
• Responsible to receive program guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• Responsible for data entry functions as requested by Director.
• Responsible for xeroxing, binding, and professional presentation of all program materials.
• Screens all incoming calls, determine their nature, and forwards information through proper channels.
• Maintains client records in accordance with standard format and timetables, and in an organized and efficient manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma minimally required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in office management or related field preferred.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations in a community-setting using a family-centered, strength-based approach
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet agency requirements for driving history records and criminal background checks
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; Corel; and related office technology
• Bilingual in Spanish/English, preferred

The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training