Clerk I - Residential Services

Texas Health and Human Services • Lubbock, TX

400d • $27,681 - $37,677

About The Position

The Clerk I position at the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) involves providing routine clerical support to the Residential Services Department at the Lubbock State Supported Living Center. This role is essential in maintaining files, compiling data, checking document accuracy, and assisting with various administrative tasks to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The position emphasizes a commitment to creating a positive impact in the lives of Texans and offers opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and business office procedures/equipment.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Paid work experience in office procedures and general clerical work preferred.
• Ability to accurately enter data into existing electronic spreadsheets and databases.
• Ability to organize tasks and meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a similar clerical role within a healthcare or social services environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides routine clerical support to the Residential Services Department by maintaining files and compiling data.
• Checks documents for accuracy and transports documents as needed.
• Duplicates documents and inputs data into established databases.
• Answers phones for the department and triages callers to appropriate staff.
• Types documents and distributes them in electronic or hard copy for Residential Services.
• Enters data accurately into Excel spreadsheets and databases.
• Files submitted documents per established procedures.
• Copies necessary documents for evidence books and meeting packets.
• Takes minutes of Unit meetings and prepares drafts for review.
• Schedules meetings and makes room reservations for staff.
• Serves as backup to other clerical support personnel within the department.
• Participates in disaster response and recovery efforts as needed.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous time off benefits.
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: No Education Listed