Counseling Center Front Office & Research Assistant

Yeshiva University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Yeshiva University is seeking a clinical and research assistant to serve as the front office manager for the Counseling Center, supporting students, staff and clinicians through administrative, scheduling, data management, and outreach tasks in a fast-paced academic setting.

The ideal candidate is organized, personable, and detail-oriented, able to balance front desk duties with research support and project work within HIPAA-compliant policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in office administration; healthcare/university setting preferred.
• Experience in counseling, healthcare, or university environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors.
• Manage front desk operations, including phone and email communications and appointment check-ins.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA-compliant handling of records and forms.
• Organize and update client records and intake forms; manage administrative files.
• Coordinate office supplies and day-to-day operational needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social sciences, education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

EHR systems

Job description

Yeshiva University is seeking a clinical and research assistant to serve as the front office manager for the Counseling Center, supporting students, staff and clinicians through administrative, scheduling, data management, and outreach tasks in a fast-paced academic setting.

The ideal candidate is organized, personable, and detail-oriented, able to balance front desk duties with research support and project work within HIPAA-compliant policies.