Administrative Assistant

Overview

*Starting rate $19/hour*

Advocates promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers many generous perks of employment and room for advancement.  We are a strong-knit community that values the ideas and contributions of our staff. 

The Administrative Assistant will ensure all clerical/billing supports necessary for TechACCESS program (based in RI).

Are you ready to make a difference?

Minimum Education Required

Additional Shift Details

Responsibilities

• Organize, prioritize and ensure timely clerical support for Executive Director and staff
• Answer phone calls and emails and refer individuals to appropriate person/program partner
• Maintain adequate office supplies and ensure proper operation/maintenance of office equipment
• Maintain inventory system for program and loan equipment, including the RIMAC library
• Work with Executive Director to develop and schedule emails and newsletters related to services, programs, events, etc.
• Work with TechACCESS team on events, conferences, workshops, and any related professional development opportunities (duties such as outreach to vendors, setting up ticketing system, producing invoices, making copies and fliers)
• Enter date into the federal database for quarterly reporting
• Support Executive Director with billing as needed

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred
• 3-5 years Administrative Assistant experience
• Experience with insurance billing processes and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to read and speak English.
• Ability to analyze, evaluate and prioritize
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
• Must hold a valid drivers’ license. Must have access to an operational and insured vehicle.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience. 

Why Should I Consider a Career in Human Services?

Our Team members are dedicated to engaging and empowering individuals by forming lasting relationships, collaboratively achieving personal goals, offering creative solutions to everyday and complex situations, and actively listening.  We exercise independent judgement and contribute to the overall success and benefit of the Team.

Is Human Services a Fit for Me?

Successful Team members are open-minded, eager and compassionate, and will exercise solid, independent judgement while fostering trustworthy relationships with the individuals that we serve.  We put the individual first.

Salary : $19