Impactful Office Assistant — Nonprofit Support

voalacs; California; On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

VOALA’s Office Assistant I role provides general office support for Head Start and related programs in the Los Angeles area. You will serve as receptionist, screen calls, and assist with clerical tasks to keep program offices running smoothly.

The position emphasizes cooperation with program staff, families, and community partners, and involves routine data entry, filing, and records management. A high school diploma and basic office experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Must pass fingerprint clearance and background check.
• TB clearance within 6 months.
• Annual influenza vaccination (Nov 1 – Mar 31).
• Pertussis and measles immunization.
• Health screening at time of employment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move quickly.

Responsibilities

• General office duties: organizing documents for electronic archiving, photocopying, validating referrals, and email communications.
• Answer phones and take messages.
• Destruction of documents by shredding.
• Compute, record, and proofread data as directed.
• Prepare client and worker records and maintain forms/records.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Job description

VOALA’s Office Assistant I role provides general office support for Head Start and related programs in the Los Angeles area. You will serve as receptionist, screen calls, and assist with clerical tasks to keep program offices running smoothly.

The position emphasizes cooperation with program staff, families, and community partners, and involves routine data entry, filing, and records management. A high school diploma and basic office experience are expected.