Administrative Assistant I Russian-speaking

Weinberg Community; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Competitive Pay

Vacation & Sick Time

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Training & Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

CJE SeniorLife is seeking a 100% on-site Administrative Assistant to support Housing Management Services. The role requires English and Russian fluency, data entry for waiting lists, lease processing, and coordination of annual income recertifications.

Prior admin experience and completion of the Certified Occupancy Specialist training within two years are expected. Role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and timely communication to maintain stable housing for residents.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Russian.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of administrative assistant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with and helps residents in Russian.
• Learns and works in the OneSite environment for running reports and inputting information.
• Assists with the move-in process
• Reports weekly census to the accountable party.
• Assists with 120-day lease recertification notifications.
• Prepares leases, lease recertifications, and necessary correspondence required.
• Makes appointments for residents’ annual income recertification and lease renewals.
• Confirms that all necessary forms and leases have been signed by residents as required.
• Maintains resident file integrity
• Responsible for managing the data entry of the waiting list and sending out application packets.
• Manages mass mailings of annual review of waiting list applicants and/or marketing materials.
• Makes recommendations for process improvement
• Performs other clerical duties as assigned to support Housing Management Services.
• Performs all tasks listed above, and additional assigned tasks, with confidentiality.

Skills

Fluency in English and Russian

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Category : CJE Housing Management

Requisition Number : ADMIN005321

• Posted : July 29, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $20.89 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

Membership in SEIU Local 73 is required.

Application requirement

Resume.

About CJE SeniorLife

CJE SeniorLife is a leading provider of services for older adults, dedicated to enhancing quality of life through compassionate care, innovation, and community engagement. Guided by our mission to support older adults in living with dignity, purpose, and connection, we provide a comprehensive range of programs and services that meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

What You’ll Do

• Communicates with and helps residents in Russian.
• Learns and works in the OneSite environment for running reports and inputting information.
• Assists with the move-in process
• Reports weekly census to the accountable party.
• Assists with 120-day lease recertification notifications.
• Prepares leases, lease recertifications, and necessary correspondence required.
• Makes appointments for residents’ annual income recertification and lease renewals.
• Confirms that all necessary forms and leases have been signed by residents as required.
• Maintains resident file integrity
• Responsible for managing the data entry of the waiting list and sending out application packets.
• Manages mass mailings of annual review of waiting list applicants and/or marketing materials.
• Makes recommendations for process improvement
• Performs other clerical duties as assigned to support Housing Management Services.
• Performs all tasks listed above, and additional assigned tasks, with confidentiality.

What You’ll Bring

Required qualifications

• Fluency in English and Russian.
• At least a high school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 2 years of administrative assistant experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• There is an expectation that prior to the employee’s second employment anniversary with CJE, they will complete the National Center for Housing Management Certified Occupancy Specialist online course and receive the Certified Occupancy Specialist certification. Housing Management Services will pay for this course, and up to two attempts at certification. Once completed, they will be eligible for future promotion.

Preferred qualifications

• At least a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Why This Role Matters

Accurate records, timely communication, and well-organized housing processes help older adults maintain stable, affordable homes. In this role, you will make essential requirements easier for residents and applicants to navigate while supporting the integrity of leases, recertifications, waiting lists, and resident files. Your work will help Housing Management Services operate efficiently, remain responsive, and provide residents with dependable support.

Benefits and Support

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive pay
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employer-provided life insurance, with optional spouse and dependent coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee purchase and health club discounts
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible nursing positions

Work Arrangement

This role is 100% on-site.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CJE SeniorLife is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

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Travel Required

No .

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