Administrative Assistant

Betty Hardwick Center; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Betty Hardwick Center is seeking a detail-oriented administrative assistant to provide clerical support to the MH Services Division. You will help maintain tracking systems, generate billing reports, and support daily unit operations in a collaborative, respectful environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus some college coursework or an associate degree in Office Management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Preferred 2 years of college coursework or an Associate Degree in Office Management.
• Proficient in office operations and common software applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with mental health services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to the MH Services Division.
• Maintain tracking systems and prepare billing reports.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance and unit operations.
• Collaborate with other departments and community; respect consumer rights.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Associate Degree in Office Management or 2 years college coursework

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

This position will be responsible for providing clerical support to the MH Services Division. Duties will include the provision/monitoring and oversight of daily activities of the Unit including maintenance of various tracking systems, billing reports, vehicle maintenance and overall unit operations. This position will work cooperatively with other departments and the community in a professional and knowledgeable manner, always ensuring consumer rights are respected and observed. Computer proficiency, skills in written and oral communication, problem solving, and teamwork are essential to this position. This position reports directly to the MH Program Administrator.

Qualifications:

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Prefer minimum of 2 years successful college-level course completion or Associate Degree in Office Management.
• Must be proficient in functional office operations and various computer applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience working with persons with mental illness is preferred.
• Must possess a current Texas driver’s license and qualify for Center insurance coverage.

Hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm, flexible.

This is a Full-Time position. Benefits are available.

Will be eligible for a one- and two-year increase, depending on satisfactory performance.