Kinship Program Administrative Assistant – Flexible Hours

Kids In Distress (KID); Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids In Distress (KID) in Fort Lauderdale, FL seeks a detail‑oriented clerical assistant to support the Kinship program staff. You will answer phones, route referrals, and help clients access Prevention Program services while handling daily clerical tasks.

This role requires a high school diploma, at least two years of admin/secretarial experience, Word proficiency, a valid Florida driver's license, and the ability to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Must have a High-School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years administrative/ secretarial experience.
• Must be able to work flexible hours (might include weekends to meet the needs of the program.)
• Administrative/secretarial coursework preferred. Must be computer literate in Microsoft Word.
• Must have a Valid Florida Driver's License with full-time access to a reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage (proof of insurance is required.)
• Background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required.
• Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug Free Workplace and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to Kinship program staff and answer all phone calls.
• Assist clients needing referrals and/or resources to Prevention Program services.
• Handle daily clerical tasks: correspondence, faxing, mail, and prioritizing staff tasks.
• Manage the program filing system including archiving and audits.
• Relieve the main switchboard and front desk as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative/secretarial experience

High-School diploma

Education

High-School diploma

Administrative/secretarial coursework

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Kids In Distress (KID) in Fort Lauderdale, FL seeks a detail‑oriented clerical assistant to support the Kinship program staff. You will answer phones, route referrals, and help clients access Prevention Program services while handling daily clerical tasks.

This role requires a high school diploma, at least two years of admin/secretarial experience, Word proficiency, a valid Florida driver's license, and the ability to work flexible hours.