Administrative Assistant, Kids Bereavement

HopeWest; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP & Disability

403b Retirement plan with up to 3% onr

15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery

15% discount at Heirlooms locations

Immediate accrual of PTO and medical

Employer paid life insurance

Colorado Family and Medical Leave (FAM

Job summary

HopeWest in Grand Junction, CO seeks an Administrative Assistant for Kids Bereavement. This regular full-time role supports the Adult Bereavement function, coordinating activities, maintaining records, and handling scheduling and communications.

First point of contact for grief services, you’ll need strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills. Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of admin experience in healthcare or related fields, a high school diploma (Bachelor's preferred), and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Experience supporting healthcare/human services programs is preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic records systems and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate program activities and maintain accurate records.
• Support scheduling and client communications for bereavement services.
• Serve as first point of contact for grief support inquiries.
• Collaborate with leadership, counselors, volunteers and other departments.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Electronic records

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in business administration, healthcare administration, human services, or related field

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Full-time Grand Junction, CO, US

Salary Range: $19.88 To $22.00 Hourly

Administrative Assistant, Kids Bereavement - Grand Junction | Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Schedule

JOB SUMMARY:
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and operational support for the Adult Bereavement job function to promote efficient program operations and a welcoming, responsive experience for clients, families, volunteers, and community members. This position often serves as a first point of contact for individuals seeking grief support services and requires strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

The Administrative Assistant works collaboratively with Bereavement leadership, counselors, volunteers, regional team members, and other HopeWest departments to coordinate program activities, maintain accurate records and reporting, support scheduling and communication, and ensure the day-to-day administrative needs of the department are met.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in business administration, healthcare administration, human services, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of administrative experience required. Administrative experience in a healthcare, human services, or related environment preferred. Experience working with electronic records systems and medical terminology preferred.
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid Colorado driver's license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance maintained throughout employment.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
• Immediate accrual of PTO and medical leave
• Employer paid life insurance
• EAP & Disability
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
• 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations

At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team!

Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief - one family at a time.

HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

This position will remain open until filled.