What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant - Outpatient Center position at The Orenda Center of Wellness?
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The Orenda Center of Wellness, - addictions and mental health treatment - is currently seeking a fulltime administrative assistant to run the front desk at our outpatient services center located in Frederick, Maryland. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, learn quickly. and be able to work independently. The office tasks that will be required may include but not be limited to, conducting observed client urinalysis collections, ensuring the housekeeping of the center & offices, answering the phones, scheduling client appointments, sending out client paperwork as needed, checking in all current clients for groups & individual sessions, taking notes in staff meetings, being point of contact for all visitors as well as fulling any of the other responsibilities assigned to the front desk and administrative role. This position will report directly to and work under the supervision of the Outpatient Serivces Executive Director. Ability to take directive and have unwavering professional and ethical boundaries will be required. The ability to quickly adapt and adjust to changes will be indispensable for this role as the center is a high energy and face paced work environment. Experience in the field of addictions and/or mental health services is preferred but not required. Training and shadow shifts are provided during the initial orientation period.
As a preferred treatment provider, the Orenda Center of Wellness's approach is always the whole life ideal ensuring that each of our clients receives a specifically tailored treatment program that addresses their unique needs. We treat the person not the addict at Orenda Wellness, ensuring that every client that crosses our doorstep is welcomed with the open arms of respect and understanding.
A positive attitude, eagerness to learn and passion for people will go a long way with our organization.
The required work schedule is:
Monday through Friday; 9a -5p
Standard 40-hour work week max with mandatory 30-min unpaid lunch break per day
Job Requirements & Minimum Skills:
- GED or high school diploma
- Ability to pass a background check
- Ability to pass a comprehensive drug screening
- Experience working in mental health, substance use, behavioral health, or another medical field administrative / front desk role
- Adaptable to ever changing workload responsibilities and tasks
- Ability to follow direction and have good time management skills
- Mid-level computer skills with professional phone and typing abilities
- Ability to work as a team player
- Professional boundaries and a basic understanding of HIPAA
- Experience in EMR systems
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Covid Vaccinated (if applicable)
Position Offering:
- competitive starting rate (ranging $20 to $25 per hour)
- Life Insurance - Company Paid
- Short-term disability insurance
- Cost sharing % on medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and family plans
- Paid National Holidays (8)
- 3 Weeks - PTO per year with rollover options
- Company paid certification and trainings (Annually)
- 401K Plan - post 1 year of service with employer matching
- EAP Program (Immediate Access)
Please apply below using the link and completing the requesting informational pre-screenings
For further information or question please feel free to contact us directly at HR@theorendacenter.com
Salary : $20 - $25
