Administrative Support

Devereux; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 24,452 - 27,882; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and welfare program

Generous time-off

403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit

Job summary

Devereux is seeking an Administrative Support staff member for their Children's Behavioral Health Center in Malvern, PA. This role includes greeting visitors, providing administrative support, maintaining records, and more.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and strong computer skills. The position offers a supportive work environment with competitive pay ($17.75 - $20.24) and benefits after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to work independently, prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Greets visitors and directs to proper area.
• Provides a variety of administrative support functions for the daily operation of the hospital.
• Maintains necessary records for operation regarding residents, agencies, staff, etc.
• Coordinates residents/staff travel, maintains office supply inventory.
• Answers phones, responds to inquiries and forwards messages.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Strong organizational skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year specialized training preferred

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to work in a hospital, fast-paced working environment? Do you enjoy completing clerical tasks and using your administrative skills? If you answered YES, then consider joining our team as Administrative Support at Devereux Children's Behavioral Health Center located in Malvern, PA.

Everyday As Administrative Support

• Greets visitors and directs to proper area. May supervise/assist with residents visiting office areas.
• Provide a variety of administrative support functions for the daily operation of the hospital.
• Performs administrative support to respective administrator/director.
• Maintains necessary records for operation of the unit/center regarding residents, agencies, staff, etc...
• May coordinate residents/staff travel, maintain office supply inventory.
• Answer phones, respond to inquiries and forwards messages to the appropriate individuals in a timely fashion.
• Enters, evaluates and/or audits data.

You Will Be Offered

• Shift: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
• Pay-rate: $17.75 - $20.24 (based upon experience)
• An environment that is supportive, educational and clinically focused.
• You will increase your knowledge and improve your skills related to the state regulations.
• Benefit eligibility after 30 days of employment (1st day of the 30 days).
• ASCEND - Career Accelerator Program

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Behavioral Health Center (DCBHC) – the only freestanding children’s psychiatric hospital in Chester County, Pennsylvania – employs a team of acute care professionals dedicated to meeting the needs of children and adolescents, ages 5 to 18, and their families, in acute mental health crisis. The treatment team, which may include psychiatrists, clinical case managers, nurses, teachers, licensed psychologists and clinical social workers, works together to create a safety, stabilization and treatment plan that focuses on a successful discharge of the child back to his or her community, or to a lesser level of care. The majority of children stay at DCBHC between three days and 21 days. The stay could be longer based on the presenting symptoms.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED required. One year specialized training preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office Applications, experience with data collection/analyzing platforms. Strong organizational skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Requires ability to work independently, prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines. Valid driver’s license must be maintained.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices. We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer:

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE