Admin Assistant | Supported Employment

CHALLENGE ENTERPRISES OF NORTH FLORIDA INC•Orange Park, FL

12d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Challenge Enterprises of North Florida is seeking an organized, dependable, and compassionate individual to join our Bridge To Employment team as a Program Assistant. The Bridge To Employment department provides opportunities and assistance for people with disabilities to find and retain employment. This position supports the Bridge To Employment Supervisor and Employment Specialists with administrative support, data collection, consumer tracking, record keeping, authorizations, billing, intakes, and required program documentation. The role also assists consumers with resumes, job searches, job applications, job development, and On The Job Training opportunities while maintaining professional communication with consumers, the Bridge To Employment team, referring agencies, families, guardians, and other involved parties.

Requirements

High school diploma
Ability to meet State requirements for background screening
Current three-year clean driving record
Excellent communication and organizational skills in English
Excellent basic math and writing skills
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to complete required pre-service training prior to assigned job responsibilities and eight hours of annual in-service training

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certificates preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with maintaining a live and accurate consumer tracking system and consumer status reports.
Maintain digital and paper records and filing systems.
Assist with reviewing authorizations and billing submissions.
Assist with completing and submitting required billing documentation using the approved electronic system.
Review program documentation for accuracy and help obtain required signatures.
Assist with acquiring and completing required documentation to satisfy and maintain state compliance standards.
Assist with scheduling and interviewing new consumer intakes.
Participate in screening and referral meetings for Supported Employment candidates.
Assist consumers with updating resumes, job searches, job applications, and job development.
Get to know consumers and their interests to support employment-related activities.
Assist with planning and orientation for On The Job Training opportunities and employment skills classes.
Maintain excellent communication with the Bridge To Employment team, consumers, referring agencies, families, guardians, and other involved parties.
Communicate patiently and positively with individuals participating in the program.
Attend mandatory training and staff meetings as assigned.
Participate in Challenge Enterprises orientation.
Promote the agency mission: “The Power of People and Possibilities for individuals living with disabilities.”
Follow Challenge Enterprises of North Florida, Inc. policies and procedures.
Complete other duties as assigned as program and agency needs change.