What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Administrative Assistant position at DePelchin Children’s Center?
Position: Residential Support Specialist
Classification: Part-time, Non-exempt
Reports to: Program Manager
Location: LaPorte, TX
Benefits: Robust benefits package, Generous PTO, Matching retirement
Position Description:
The Residential Support Specialist will provide administrative support and coordinate all administrative activities throughout all areas of the Residential program.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience as an administrative assistant or comparable role.
- Prior experience in a residential setting preferred.
- Knowledge of general office and business practices.
- Strong customer services skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites, Zoom and other virtual platforms.
- Must be knowledgeable of accessing and navigating electronic records systems.
- Ability to maintain a professional, confidential work environment.
- Ability to work with culturally diverse populations and work force.
- Ability to Interact with staff with a service orientation.
- Ability to stay organized while executing multiple projects.
- Above average communication skills (verbal and written) and reading skills with an emphasis on grammar and punctuation.
- Environment: Residential
- Range of Schedule: 20 hours weekly, Flexible range Mon – Fri, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Travel: Occasional, Local
- Potential exposure to blood and body fluids
DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace.
DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.
DePelchin Children’s Center supports and sustains children and the families who care for them. We provide comprehensive services focused on ensuring all children are part of safe, caring homes. We deploy evidence-based practices and strategies to prevent maltreatment, preserve healthy families, and bring healing to children who have experienced trauma by enhancing their physical health and mental well-being.
