ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II
Be the Warm Welcome That Sets the Tone for Care
At Grafton, we’re guided by a shared purpose: creating safe, supportive environments where individuals can heal and grow. You’ll be part of a culture of teamwork and collaboration, where every role matters and every person is valued. And because we care for you so you can care for others, we offer training, resources, and a supportive workplace where you can take pride in being part of something bigger.
Join us - and experience the deep fulfillment of knowing your work truly makes a difference!
Be part of a team that leads with heart and grit, the Grafton way!
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Under general supervision, provides clerical and administrative support to a Grafton senior manager or administrator and/or department. Duties include preparing a variety of documents, correspondence and program reports which may require researching and gathering information for inclusion in prepared material. Maintains records, databases and program files; maintains assigned manager(s) calendar and schedules meetings according to priority and availability; and maintains contact with other departments and outside agencies or organizations for the purpose of obtaining and providing information. Reports to a supervisor, manager or administrator.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Prepares letters and correspondence from drafts, notes and/or information from other documents. May take initiative to develop and prepare responses to routine or frequent inquiries as appropriate.
- Schedules appointments for supervisor with internal staff as well as external agencies and organizations. Maintains calendar of supervisor’s time and meetings and works to resolve scheduling conflicts as they arise.
- Prepares program related forms, records, reports and other documents which may involve obtaining information from program databases and other forms, documents and references.
- Enter, update and maintains data base information for program and department files and records. Generates reports from same.
- Maintains budget and financial information for department or assigned programs.
- Maintains manuals and copies of regulations.
- Attends and takes minutes at various Grafton and program related meetings. Prepares and distributes meeting minutes.
- Maintains program files, department files and records ensuring that all necessary documentation is retained, identifies missing documents that should be part of files or records, purges unnecessary or dated information.
- Open, review and prioritizes incoming mail then distributes to appropriate staff or manager.
- Answer incoming telephone calls, obtains nature of the call and transfers the call to the appropriate staff member. Take phone messages for staff out of office. Answers caller questions as appropriate.
- Greet visitors and directs them to appropriate staff or building. Notifies staff of incoming visitors.
- Order office supplies.
Performs other duties as assigned
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
If assigned Health Information Management Responsibilities: Assures and maintains integrity of clients’ records through periodic review of records, accurate record entries, adherence to agency, state, and federal record requirements (including HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality and privacy) in the handling, access, release of records
Key responsibilities:
- Establishes and maintains clients’ records containing hard copy documents, in accordance with organizational standards;
- Scans and uploads documents into clients’ electronic records accurately and in a timely manner;
- Files hard copy documents into clients’ records in a timely manner, in accordance with organizational standard for maintenance and retention;
- Identifies documents missing from clients’ records and seeks to secure and file/upload them;
- At the time of discharge, prepares a client’s record for long-term and permanent storage, in accordance with organizational and legal requirements; maintains content and tracking of discharged clients’ records;
- Assesses and assures requests for information and documentation meet requirements for permitted release; responds to valid requests in a timely manner; processes releases in accordance with established process; informs applicable members of a client’s team of requests;
- As part of release process, routinely prints standard documents for mailing in accordance with applicable regulations and contract agreements, such as monthly print of treatment plans;
- Runs, prints, and distributes, as needed, defined reports through the electronic client record system.
- Provides responsive and positive customer service to guardians, clients, involved external agencies, Grafton management and other Grafton employees.
- Serves as resource to others on matters such as protections of personal health information, releases of information, restrictions/allowances of access to records, structure of electronic health record, and standards for documentation.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school (or GED) and 3 - 5 years of experience performing progressively responsible clerical and administrative work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Basic to Intermediate level of Excel and Word Skills.
COMPENSATION
- Starting at $21.07 up to $31.25 commensurate with experience and qualifications.”
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Caring for You, So You can Care for Others
- Free meals during shift, when working in the schools and residences
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending, Dependent Care FSA & Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - 5 free sessions per family member
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Work & Life Harmony: Flexible scheduling and resources to help you thrive at work and at home.
- Generous Paid Time Off plan
- Retirement Plan with employer match - up to $2,500 annually
- Employee Discounts, including:
- Legal services and identity theft protection plan
- Travel assistance
- Virtual exercise & coaching
- FREE Will preparation services
Stronger Together: Supporting Your Growth & Success
- Paid Career Development – Earn while becoming certified in CPR, Ukeru, and more!
- Education Assistance - up to $5,250 annually
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility - As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
- Team culture built on support, collaboration, and growth
- Referral Bonuses – earn a $1,000 bonus for bringing new talent to Grafton!
If you require a reasonable accommodation or need assistance with the application or interview process please contact us at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace.
Required
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High School or better in General Studies
Preferred
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GED or better in General Studies
Equal Opportunity Employer
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