Administrative Assistant (0544)

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Job description

Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.

LSF is looking for a talented Administrative Assistant who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.

Purpose & Impact:

The purpose of the Administrative Assistant is to provide administrative and program support to the assigned program units.

Essential Functions:

Greeting clients and answering phones

Data entry for information required on the Children's Network Executive Report

Medical, Dental, Photos, Birth Verifications, Fingerprints

Responsible for review of Children's Active Report to ensure accuracy of caregiver/children addresses and phone numbers

Permanency Staffing invites

Background Checks

ASK print requests

Drug Screens

Completion of ITR packets

Obtain quarterly educational reports and medical records

Completion of MCR/MCF and incident report for Runaway

Qualifications

Competencies (Skills/Knowledge & Abilities)

Possess a good work ethic and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Possess a keen sense of confidentiality and discretion.

Excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills required.

Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to our service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.

Possess a keen sense of confidentiality and discretion.

Excellent communication, customer service and problem-solving skills required.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Use of telephone and computer over long periods of time.

Able to present a professional image over the telephone and in person.

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Bending and lifting may be required.

Extensive knowledge of Windows applications such as Microsoft Word & Excel.

Able to set up and maintain an extensive filing system and knowledge of general office operating, administrative procedures.

Required/Preferred Education and Experience

Progressively responsible administrative and clerical support experience in a professional office.

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Additional eligibility qualifications

Valid state driver's license and appropriate auto liability insurance required.

Why work for LSF?

LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.

Amazing benefits package including:

Medical, Dental and Vision
Teladoc (24/7 online access to doctors)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employer paid life insurance (1X salary)
13 paid holidays + 1 floating vacation
Generous PTO policy (starting at 16 working days a year)
403(b) Retirement plan with 3% discretionary employer match OR 3% student loan repayment reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement

Lutheran Services Florida embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in all business practices. LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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