OFFICE CLERK

ARC of South Florida•Homestead, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc of South Florida Inc. is a nonprofit private agency serving the community since 1953. Our mission is to ensure the rights of all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities through effective advocacy and to provide specialized programs and services to help clients lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. We believe in the potential of each individual's ability to live, work, learn and play in their communities. Are you looking for a job where what you do makes an impact in your community? Are you seeking a position that makes you feel good about the work you do every day and where you know you are making a difference, even behind the scenes? Working at The Arc is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, passion, and commitment to helping people with disabilities, families, and the community, you might be what we are looking for.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Six (6) months related experience
A passion for helping others
Must be a pro-active problem solver with the ability to multi-task while maintaining excellent attention to detail
High-level organization skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel), the Internet, Adobe, and database programs (data entry skills)
Resourceful team player, with the ability to also be effective independently
Ability to complete assigned tasks and projects
Level 2 Background check and drug test
Authorization to work in the USA
Must be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

Provide general clerical support such as making copies, faxing documents, filing, and organizing
Answer phones and greet visitors
Sort and distribute mail and faxes
Draft correspondence, perform data entry, and prepare monthly reports
Screen and direct calls to appropriate staff members
Respond and direct emails to/from clients and staff members
Perform general clerical duties to include, but not limited
Make appointments & schedule meetings and events for staff
Database entry & maintenance
Assist with client service issues
Assist with clients applications for services such as DHS services, housing, etc..
Provide assistance to staff for project based work
Maintain hard copy and electronic filing system
Sign for and distribute UPS/Fed Ex/Airborne packages
Other duties as assigned.