Program Assistant

Horizon House Careers•Chester, PA

50d•Onsite

About The Position

Horizon House, Inc. is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues, and substance abuse. Horizon House is Pennsylvania’s oldest psychiatric rehabilitation agency. Since 1952, we have been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and homelessness to stabilize their lives and to help them live as independently as possible in the community. With over 100 locations throughout South and North Eastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice. We have an opening for an Program Assistant position in the Chester Pennsylvania area. The Program Assistant provides and coordinates all office functions and operations in accordance with established administrative practices.

Requirements

Basic computer skills, competency in Microsoft Word, EXCEL and PowerPoint programs, ability to use Internet.
Minimum word processing speed of 40wpm.
Strong written and oral communications skills.
Must be detail oriented.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
High School diploma or GED equivalent and at least 2 years of prior secretarial experience or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.
Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Provides general clerical support and assistance including typing, filing, recordkeeping, phone coverage, reception, coordinating schedules and appointments, inter and intra- agency communications and other related office procedures.
Compiles data and reports reflecting service delivery activities and related expenditures for management staff review.
Assists in the planning and delivery of program activities and services, including transporting and accompanying participants on community activities.
Collects agency, staff and client information and disseminates such information through established procedures, on behalf of the program.
Distributes important/confidential mailings and document distribution to and from the program.
Serves as a courier for the programs, as needed.
Coordinates centralized office functions in conjunction with Manager and County Director, as needed.