OFFICE ASSISTANT W/ CHILDREN AND YOUTH SERVICES

The County of Adams • Gettysburg, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Office Assistant plays a crucial behind the scenes role in ensuring the smooth operation of the County of Adams Children and Youth agency and supports our caseworkers to ensure every family and child we serve receives timely, accurate, and compassionate care. If you are ready to bring your administrative skills to a purpose-driven role, apply today!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 33)
• Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check (Act 34)
• FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 73)
• Cover letter and resume, if using a third party website, please merge the documents into one to upload.
• Online application, including the profile portion of the Career Center

Nice To Haves

• One or more years proven experience in an office or related administrative role, preferred.
• Knowledge of medical records and dictation preferred.
• Above average in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain files for assigned unit
• File adoption documentation and process adoption inquiries
• Maintains accurate listing of all necessary releases needed for facilities to request medical records
• Assist caseworkers by ensuring accuracy of releases, preparing cover letters, tracking records, and contacting third party medical record repositories.
• Enters written, typed, and voice memo dictation into online case management systems.
• Provides phone and lobby coverage as needed.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• low cost medical insurance
• paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• a robust wellness initiative
• a pension plan with County contributions

What This Job Offers

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