Administrative Assistant – Foster Care Department

outh Carolina United Methodist Conference; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Foster Care Department in Columbia, SC. This role involves various administrative duties like tracking criminal background checks and supporting Foster Care events. The ideal candidate has at least two years of experience, strong computer skills, and a belief system compatible with the organization's faith practices.

Qualifications

• Two years administrative experience or equivalent education.
• Computer experience and training in Microsoft and Excel.
• Must have compatible faith practices with the United Methodist Church.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties for the Foster Care department.
• Manage background checks and training records.
• Assist with special events and department needs.

Skills

Customer Service

Confidentiality

Database Management

Education

Two years administrative experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Administrative Assistant – Foster Care Department

Epworth Children’s Home in Columbia, SC, is looking to add an administrative assistant to the Foster Care Department.

JOB SUMMARY: The administrative assistant will perform various administrative duties as needed for the Foster Care department including –sending and tracking all criminal background checks, tracking and recording Foster Parent Training, weekly population reports, tracking Medicaid billing for RBHS Services, filing paperwork timely, running and maintaining all background checks for perspective Foster Parents, assisting with all Foster Care special events, working with set-up, ordering food and snacks, gathering all supplies that are needed, as well as other duties as assigned to assist the department.

QUALIFICATIONS: Two years administrative experience or an equivalent mix of education and experience. Computer experience and/or training in Microsoft and Excel. Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church.

REQUIRED SKILLS:Demonstrates practical application and experience with technology such as database functions/reports, Microsoft Word and Excel, internet/email usage, etc. Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner. Exhibits strong customer services Must be able to pass standard background checking, including: drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry, and Sex Offenders Registry.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume to the Human Resources Office:

Epworth Children’s Home
Human Resources
P.O. Box 50466
Columbia, South Carolina 29250