Administrative Assistant

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking Administrative Assistant to join our team in our Lafayette, LA location.

Earn: $18.00/hour

Position Details

This position provides administrative assistance and performs general office functions as related to overall program operations and in support to the Merakey Case Management programs.

• Maintains Case Management data bases. Demonstrates knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Provide necessary support when needed including typing or reports and correspondence to consumers, clinicians, or outside agencies when necessary. Maintain accurate files and documentation of all correspondence.
• Register clients in Avatar.
• Assist site director in tracking of consumer activities.
• Ensures completion of documentation that directly corresponds with services provided according to Case management standards.
• Maintain consumer, employee and departmental confidentiality and confidential information as per Merakey policies and procedures.
• Maintain proper record documentation procedures in accordance with Merakey and departmental policies and procedures.
• Attendance at necessary staff meetings for Merakey Case Management Services.
• Maintain and submit required payor reports.

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Daily Pay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access  for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./benefits

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.  to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-year experience preferred