Administrative Assistant, Children's Way Counseling Center

The Children's Home; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

A community service organization in Kingston, NY, is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant for its Counseling Center. The role involves providing essential administrative support, managing appointments, and facilitating communication between staff and clients. Candidates must possess excellent phone skills, clerical abilities, and a valid NYS Driver License. The position offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable working with the public, in person and by phone.
• Demonstrated clerical skills and strong computer skills.
• Valid NYS Driver License in good condition.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to clinicians and clinic supervisor.
• Manage daily administrative tasks and schedule appointments.
• Facilitate communication between staff and clients.

Skills

Excellent phone skills

Clerical skills

Strong computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or higher education

Job description

Education LevelHigh School Diploma/GED## DescriptionThe Children's Home of Poughkeepsie has been caring for children throughout the Hudson Valley for over 175 years! We strive to empower children and families to achieve optimal health and well being. We are currently seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to work at our Children's Way Counseling Center located in Kingston, NY.**Position Summary**The **Administrative Assistant** will provide essential support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Children’s Way Counseling Center in Ulster County. This position functions as a part of a multidisciplinary team, under the direct supervision of the Clinic Supervisor. The Administrative Assistant will provide all the administrative support to the Clinicians and the Clinic Supervisor. This role involves managing daily administrative tasks, scheduling appointments and maintaining all staff calendars, facilitating communication between staff and clients, and maintaining accurate records including health insurance information.**Schedule**: Monday-Thursday 11am-8pm, Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday-Sunday OFF**The Children's Home offers an outstanding benefit package which includes medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 403(b), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and a great work environment! Paid time off includes 4 weeks of vacation, 3 personal days, 12 holidays and 9 sick days annually.**## Qualifications**MINIMUM:*** High School Diploma or equivalent.* Excellent phone skills.* Must be comfortable working with the public, in person and by phone.* Demonstrated clerical skills.* Demonstrated strong computer and word processing skills.* Valid NYS Driver License in good condition as determined by the Agency* Must complete and pass a pre-employment physical, PPD and drug screen and an annual physical and PPD.**PREFERRED:*** Experience with Medicaid/managed care and other types of client billings.* Associate’s Degree or higher education*\*The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**\*The Children's Home participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the form I-9.*