What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant (Jamaica Family Care) position at The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory?
- Answers phones and take messages.
- Types home-studies.
- Performs typing and clerical needs for the DDS Department.
- Completes research for necessary information needed for the programs.
- Monitors office supplies and equipment and orders supplies as needed.
- Maintains accurate ledgers according to agency regulations on expenses and contributions for the programs.
- Checks all submitted documents and requests for accuracy and requirements prior to submitting to Social Services Administration for approval.
- Communicates to program staff when inaccuracies have been identified and monitors resubmission of such requests.
- Keeps records of all documents processed through the DDS Department.
- Prepares and submits all financial and statistical reports as requested by the Director of DDS.
- Submits program requests for approval to Social Services Administration.
- Attends all meetings relevant to fiscal matters as assigned by Director of DDS.
- Performs clerical functions for multiple programs, including data entry, filling, and distributing mail
- Establishes and maintains files and records according to agency and funding source regulations including staff time sheets.
- Gathers employee time sheets weekly, secures department head approval and remits to payroll.
- Attends meetings, Seminars and job fairs as assigned by the Director of DDS.
- Sweeps and mops to maintain a neat and organized environment in the DDS office.
- Monitors and follows up on maintenance work orders related to the DDS office.
- The essential functions for the job include, but are not limited to, the duties in the job description.
- Awareness of and sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of persons and population served.
- Bilingual preferred, minimum Associate Degree, with 2 years business/administrative training or experience.
- Computer literate with knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook. Accurate typing skills (Min. 40wpm)
- Pleasant telephone manner and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive demeaner.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- People with experience working in customer service.
- Has respect and consideration for the individuals being served.
Salary : $16 - $23