OFFICE ASSISTANT - LTC

La Crosse County; West Salem (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

La Crosse County is seeking an Office Assistant for Lakeview Health Center & Assisted Living to greet residents and visitors, monitor entrances for safety, and handle light clerical duties. The position includes cash handling and maintaining supplies, with a focus on confidentiality and resident rights.

The role requires a friendly, professional communicator who can work independently and respond quickly in unexpected situations, with good attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or current enrollment.
• Background check required.
• Clerical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist residents and visitors.
• Monitor the entrance for safety and redirect residents as needed.
• Answer and transfer phone calls.
• Perform light clerical tasks (sorting, filing, typing, copying).
• Handle basic cashiering and balance a cash drawer.
• Maintain office supply inventory.
• Respond appropriately in emergencies.
• Support confidentiality, resident rights, and person-centred care.

Skills

Friendly communicator

Independent worker

Reliable attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Office Assistant – Lakeview Health Center & Assisted Living

Starting at $18.51 per hour + applicable shift & weekend differentials

Join our team as an Office Assistant and help create a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for our residents, visitors, and staff.

Schedule

• Weeknights: 4:30 pm–8:00 pm (rotating)
• Every other weekend: 10:00 am–2:00 pm
• Rotating holidays: 10:00 am–2:00 pm

What You’ll Do

• Greet and assist residents and visitors
• Monitor the entrance for safety and redirect residents as needed
• Answer and transfer phone calls
• Perform light clerical tasks (sorting, filing, typing, copying)
• Handle basic cashiering and balance a cash drawer
• Maintain office supply inventory
• Respond appropriately in emergencies
• Support confidentiality, resident rights, and person‑centered care

What We’re Looking For

• Friendly, professional communicator
• Able to work independently
• Quick to respond in unexpected situations
• Strong attendance and reliability
• High school diploma/GED or current enrollment (18+ preferred)
• Clerical experience preferred
• Ability to pass required background check

Why Join Us?

You’ll be the welcoming face of Lakeview and an essential part of keeping our community running smoothly, safely, and positively.