Overview:

Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you thrive in roles where you can utilize your communication and organizational skills to support others? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are currently seeking an Administrative Professional/Office Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis.Description

About Genesis Garden:

Genesis Garden is more than just an organization; it's a community dedicated to ensuring everyone has a safe and stable place to call home. We believe in the inherent worth and potential of every individual and are committed to fostering hospitality, healthy relationships, and inclusivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for Genesis House and Leighty House guests, our board of directors, and the public
• Answer phones, direct calls, and provide warm, caring, and friendly assistance to callers
• Maintain and update online calendars for facility events, staff schedules, and community gatherings
• Coordinate with our property manager and other staff to schedule maintenance and repairs for our housing facilities
• Assist with receiving and documenting in-kind donations from generous community members
• Compile, print, and distribute Genesis Garden publications, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
• Manage our social media accounts and website, keeping our online presence vibrant and engaging
• Maintain directories of staff and board members, ensuring all contact information is up to date
• Safeguard the privacy of our guests by maintaining confidential files and records
• Manage inventory of office supplies and place orders as needed within budget guidelines
• Sort and distribute incoming mail with efficiency and attention to detail

Qualifications:

• Dedication to the belief that housing is a human right and a commitment to helping others live their best life
• Lived expertise or previous experience or knowledge related to homelessness, housing instability, recovery, public benefits, low income, chronic health conditions or similar preferred
• Excellent communication skills and warm, positive, caring, and friendly interactions with all personality types
• Reliability, demonstrated follow-through, independent and collaborative work experience
• Proficiency in computer skills, including the Google Suite, databases, Excel, and other office software
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with demonstrated follow-through and attention to detail
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license

How to Apply:

If you're ready to join a team that's making a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.

Genesis Garden values diversity and encourages applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, committed to upholding ADA regulations as applicable. Join us in building a community where everyone has a place to call home. Apply today!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Macomb, IL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Macomb, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person