Administrative Assistant - FMT

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. in Gainesville, FL is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Forensics Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) and assist individuals with severe mental illness involved in the criminal justice system.

This role provides essential administrative and scheduling support and serves as a primary point of contact for participants and partners. Responsibilities include handling calls, scheduling in the EHR, coordinating team calendars, processing documents, and

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree with one year of related experience, or two years of administrative support experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for participants, families, and community partners.
• Answer and route phone calls, assist visitors, and provide exceptional customer service.
• Schedule appointments and maintain calendars within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Coordinate daily team schedules and support both office-based and field staff.
• Process administrative documents, maintain office supplies, and assist with reports and special projects.
• Support team meetings, events, and departmental operations.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree with one year of related experience, or two years of administrative support experience

Job description

Gainesville, FL
Pay: $16.55/hour | Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Make an Impact in Your Community

Meridian Healthcare is seeking a compassionate, organized, and customer-focused Administrative Assistant to support our Forensics Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). In this role, you will help individuals with severe and persistent mental illness who are involved in the criminal justice system access the care and support they need while providing critical administrative and scheduling support to a dedicated behavioral health team.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for participants, families, and community partners.
• Answer and route phone calls, assist visitors, and provide exceptional customer service.
• Schedule appointments and maintain calendars within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Coordinate daily team schedules and support both office-based and field staff.
• Process administrative documents, maintain office supplies, and assist with reports and special projects.
• Support team meetings, events, and departmental operations.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree with one year of related experience, or
• Two years of administrative support experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.

Driver Requirements

• Valid Florida Driver's License required.
• Must meet Meridian's insurance eligibility requirements.
• Center Driver candidates must be at least 21 years old with an acceptable driving record.

Why Join Meridian?

At Meridian, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to promoting recovery, wellness, and hope. Your work will directly support individuals on their path toward stability, independence, and successful community reintegration.

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.