Administrative Assistant

At Orchard Place, we are dedicated to building a brighter future for children and families through compassionate care, early intervention, and community integration. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven organization that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Location:

Downtown, Des Moines IA

Pay for this position is posted at: $16.00 - $17.00, hourly

Schedule for this position:
Monday through Thursday from 7:30am to 6:00pm

The Administrative Support Specialist is responsible for performing various administrative duties to support our outpatient therapy and psychiatric services at Orchard Place Child Guidance Center.

• Greets visitors upon arrival
• Answers and directs calls
• Maintains welcoming and secure reception area
• Provide administrative support: filing, data entry, typing letters, managing mail, scanning, faxing, copying, ording office supplies, etc.
• Provide back-up to other administrative support functions

• High School diploma required; associate's degree in office administration, business or related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of office experience, preferably in a healthcare or community services environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, and ability to quickly learn new software systems, such as EMR systems
• Must be flexible, reliable and able to work in fast-paced office environment with excellent communication and organizational skills

Criminal and abuse registry checks completed as required by Orchard Place's licensing and accreditation standards.