Administrative Assistant

Come join our awesome team as an Administrative Assistant at The Homestead at Rochester. We are offering rewarding work, flexible schedule, and great benefits!

Rochester Rehab & Living Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Pay: $15.71 - $21.03 per hour based on experience (earn 18% increase with PIL program)

Schedule: M-F

Administrative Assistant Job Highlights:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan;
• Career scholarships;
• Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)

About the job:

The Administrative Assistant will provide professional and efficient clerical support to the facility, resulting in the delivery of excellent internal and external customer service. This role will directly interact with all levels of staff, participants, visitors and vendors, both over the telephone and in person.

Required Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Minimum one-year of office or clerical work
• A minimum of one-year (1) experience in working with the frail or elderly population.
• Knowledge of and experience in Microsoft programs is essential, typing speed of 35 WPM.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to handle a variety of interruptions on a regular basis.
• Must be able to function independently and be able to work effectively with other personnel.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and in other capacities when necessary.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
• Only acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice. Must meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by Senior Community Care and approved by CMS before working independently.
• Ability to meet the requirements identified in “Essential Functions"

Essentials:

• Assumes responsibility for designated clerical and receptionist duties at front desk.
• Receives incoming telephone calls, screens for correct transfer and connects with appropriate party.
• Greets and directs visitors; greets, screens and directs salespersons as advised.
• Monitors for building safety and initiates emergency response when necessary.
• Coordinates with maintenance department to ensure building is properly maintained.
• Receives, sorts and forwards incoming mail; receives and routes package deliveries.
• Competent in VOANS SCC Emergency Medical Procedures.

Rochester Rehab & Living Center offers life in one of the most commonly rated "Best Cities'' in the Midwest. Our center offers the very best care, provided by the very best staff who care for the residents as well as the familial workplace culture. We want our staff to love their work while maintaining a work-life balance, so offering employees paid-time off benefits is a part of our comprehensive benefits package. Join our diverse, involved, and compassionate team and see how we earned our Great Place to Work certification for 4 years running.

Take pride in helping others, and join us today!

Upon being hired, you will be asked to provide proof of your COVID vaccination or you may complete an exemption application for medical or religious reason. We care about the safety and health of all our residents and staff. To help keep everyone safe, we have implemented COVID-10 protocols.

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At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

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Experience

• 1 year(s): Office or Clerical Experience
• 1 year(s): working with frail and elderly

Education

• High School or better