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Office Assistant

SUCCESSFUL LIVING SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM
Iowa, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/21/2027
The Front Office Assistant is a full-time position responsible for organizing staff, client and agency records, covering receptionist duties as scheduled or as needed. This position will also perform a variety of other administrative and clerical duties that support client services. These duties will vary as agency needs fluctuate. The schedule is primarily M-F, 9am-5pm.


CORE DUTIES:
OFFICE DUTIES
    • Substitute for the Front Office Manager and Community Services Coordinator to cover breaks or absences as needed.
    • Greet and assist walk-in visitors, clients, and staff.
    • Answer phones.
    • Resource person for staff requiring assistance.
    • Filing of current materials, thinning of older materials.


RECORD KEEPING
    • Assist in electronically archiving records (scanning and uploading).
    • Assist in retrieving archived records as requested.
    • Annually review records that no longer need to be on file for the mandated period and gather for shredding service.
    • Oversee ongoing shredding and organize quarterly commercial shredding service as needed.


OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED



PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Follow through with a consistent schedule and adherence to deadlines.
    • Complete all tasks assigned by supervisor.
    • Meet with supervisor as scheduled.
    • Coordinate with front office staff to ensure the front office is always covered.
    • Treat all colleagues and clients with dignity and respect.
    • Prompt, professional and responsive communication with clients, fellow staff, supervisor– in-person, via telephone, electronic, and written correspondence.
    • Follow all agency policies and procedures.
    • Dress, personal appearance, and manner of behavior must reflect a professional image.
    • Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA guidelines.


DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Front Office Manager


QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED
    • High School diploma
    • Experience in office organization and records keeping, filing systems.
    • Pass required background checks and screenings.
    • Maintain valid driver’s license and reliable, privately insured car.


PREFERRED
    • 1 years of experience working in an office or reception setting
    • Experience working in social services
    • Medication Manager certification or equivalent training (can be attained post-hire)


KEY SKILLS:
    • Ability to work and engage with a wide variety of people
    • Problem solving
    • Active listening
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
    • Adaptability
    • Ability to meet deadlines
    • Proficiency in writing skills and attention to detail
    • Proficiency in computer basics, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
    • Organizational aptitude, especially for electronic and physical documents
    • Multi-tasking
    • Basic knowledge of office equipment, office operation functions, and customer skills building

BENEFITS:

Successful Living offers bonuses and a competitive benefits package to all staff members.

  • $200 Sign-on Bonus (paid after successful completion of probationary period)
  • $500-$750 Referral Bonus (paid after successful completion of referred staff’s probation period)
  • Competitive Benefits Package including, but not limited to:
    • Insurance*
    • Health, Dental, Vision
    • PTO*
    • Vacation, Sick Time, Personal Day
    • Holiday Pay
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • 401(k) w/ Agency Match
    • Mileage Reimbursement
    • Staff Development & Training


  • Full-time benefit

Salary : $17

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