Behavioral Health Administrative Assistant (Merced)

Available Staff Positions • Merced, CA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Golden Valley Health Centers is hiring a Behavioral Health Administrative Assistant to provide general administrative and project-based support to the Behavioral Health team, with an emphasis on responsiveness, professionalism, and accuracy. The role works at the Merced Suites Clinic and requires a professional image in interactions with patients, staff, and others. The position supports department operations, maintains records and schedules, handles communications and confidential matters, and assists with reports and meeting logistics.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Compensation is $25.11–$26.37 per hour. The physical environment is indoors, primarily in an office setting, with a quiet-to-average noise level. Daily use of general office equipment is required, and travel may be required at times.

Requirements

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Extensive software skills.
• Ability to conduct internet research.
• Strong communication skills and effective problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, grammar, and proofreading skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a confidential integrated healthcare setting.
• Ability to type at least 50 words per minute.
• Valid California driver’s license, acceptable driving record, reliable transportation, and vehicle insurance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years of increasingly responsible executive-level administrative support experience.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and project-based support to the Behavioral Health team.
• Answer department calls, screen phone calls, answer general questions, and route specific questions to the appropriate individual.
• Type documents and support the department team.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and follow through on issues in a timely manner.
• Prepare and copy meeting and training materials and record meeting minutes.
• Create correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Maintain current electronic and physical files.
• Maintain the team’s appointment schedule by planning and scheduling meetings, conferences, teleconferences, and travel.
• Assist with meeting scheduling and logistics, including planning, setup, takedown, and supplies.
• Receive and process incoming and outgoing mail.
• Handle confidential information and matters requiring discretion professionally.
• Assist with preparing and distributing reports, including progress reports on departmental goals, performance metrics, and budget tracking.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage, including $0 deductible and out-of-pocket maximums of $2,000 individual and $4,000 family, with PPO coverage options.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) plan with employer match.
• Flexible spending account plans.
• Gym discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED