What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Horizon Assisted Living of Fairbanks?
We are looking for a responsible Administrative Assistant to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. Duties of the Administrative Assistant include providing support to our managers and employees, assisting in daily office needs and managing our company’s general administrative activities. Administrative Assistant responsibilities include making travel and meeting arrangements, preparing reports and maintaining appropriate filing systems. The ideal candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to organize their work using tools, like MS Excel and office equipment. If you have previous experience as a Secretary or Executive administrative assistant and familiarity within our industry, we’d like to meet you. Ultimately, a successful Admin Assistant should ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day operation of our office. The Direct Service Provider portion of this position will require working directly with clients when needed, there will be training for caregiving.
Responsibilities
- Answer and direct phone calls
- Organize and schedule appointments
- Plan meetings and take detailed minutes
- Write and distribute email, correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
- Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports
- Develop and maintain a filing system
- Update and maintain office policies and procedures
- Order office supplies and research new deals and suppliers
- Maintain contact lists
- Book travel arrangements
- Submit and reconcile medication reports
- Provide general support to visitors and clients
- Act as the point of contact for staff and support teams
- Liaise with executive and senior administrative staff to handle requests and queries from senior managers
- Filling in for caregiving for residents when needed
- Chauffeuring clients to work and appointments
- Client and staff schedule management
- Schedule and attend appointments with clients
- Community and client grocery ordering and pickup
- Maintain a clean office space
- Complete and store various forms as needed
- Check and distribute office and client mail accordingly
- Must be able to maintain an organized work area
Skills
- Proven experience as an administrative assistant or office admin assistant
- Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
- Working knowledge of office equipment, like printers and fax machines
- Proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, MS Calendar in particular)
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
- Attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to work independently and well with others
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- High School degree; additional qualification as an Administrative assistant or Secretary will be a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you willingness to perform Direct Support Professional duties as needed. Training will be provided.
Experience:
- Administrative Assistants & Receptionists: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37,000 - $55,000