Administrative Assistant, Children's Way Counseling Center (Kingston)

The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie has been caring for children throughout the Hudson Valley for over 175 years! We strive to empower children and families to achieve optimal health and well being. We are currently seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant at theChildren's Way Counseling Center in Ulster County

Position Summary

The Administrative Assistant will provide essential support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Children's Way Counseling Center in Ulster County. This position functions as a part of a multidisciplinary team, under the direct supervision of the Clinic Supervisor. The Administrative Assistant will provide all the administrative support to the Clinicians and the Clinic Supervisor. This role involves managing daily administrative tasks, scheduling appointments and maintaining all staff calendars, facilitating communication between staff and clients, and maintaining accurate records including health insurance information.Frequent local travel required, hybrid work available

Schedule: Monday through Friday 11a-8pm, Saturday-Sunday OFF

The Children's Home offers an outstanding benefit package which includes medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 403(b), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and a great work environment! Paid time off includes 4 weeks of vacation, 3 personal days, 12 holidays and 9 sick days annually.

MINIMUM Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent phone skills.
• Must be comfortable working with the public, in person and by phone.
• Demonstrated clerical skills.
• Demonstrated strong computer and word processing skills.
• Valid NYS Driver License in good condition as determined by the Agency
• Must complete and pass a pre-employment physical, PPD and drug screen and an annual physical and PPD.

PREFERRED Qualifications:

• Experience with Medicaid/managed care and other types of client billings.
• Associate's Degree or higher education

*The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*The Children's Home participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the form I-9.