What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Merakey?
This position functions as part of a team and is responsible for supporting members of ACT team and consumers served by the ACT team in all program operations under the direction of the Team Leader and Director.
- This position provides administrative assistance functions to the Program Director as related to overall program operations.
- Performs general administrative support activities such as answer multi-line phone system, maintain files, purchasing supplies,
faxing and making copies. - Maintains a calendar and/or schedule, make appointments, arrange the meeting room and materials.
- Communicates effectively with all staff, including management as well as outside agencies.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks concurrently.
Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED required.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Must pass a Louisiana criminal history background check and motor vehicle screen.
Salary : $15