Staff Assistant

Company: New Horizons of the Treasure Coast, Inc.
Location: Fort Pierce
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Description: Performs and provides secretarial, clerical, clinical and administrative support services for the Student Assistance Program. Duties: 1.0 Performs a wide variety of typing and clerical assignments. 1.1 Consistently completes all typing assignments accurately; final copies have been corrected for spelling, grammar and in an attractive and easy-to-read format. 1.2 Consistently demonstrates thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation and composition in the preparation of correspondence, reports and other documents. 1.3 Promptly completes clerical assignments (i.e., photo-copying) as needed and as requested. 1.4 Maintains adequate supply of program forms and other record keeping documents. 2.0 Enters into the electronic data processing system, client data, program policies and procedures and other various data, as required. 2.1 Collects and enters into the computer, various program and client information and data. 2.2 Consistently performs data entry tasks in an efficient, accurate and thorough manner. 2.3 Always exercises care in entering data to prevent incorrect information. 2.4 Always gives accurate attention to detail. 3.0 Answers telephone, takes messages and communicates messages to the appropriate person. 3.1 Always demonstrates good judgment in screening and/or routing calls. 3.2 Always takes accurate telephone messages and relays appropriate information in a timely manner. 3.3 Receives, places and transfers calls in a tactful and professional manner; handles telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy and respect. 4.0 Opens, sorts, reviews and distributes incoming mail; routes outgoing mail. 4.1 Demonstrates good judgment in reviewing incoming mail; responds appropriately as necessary; forwards mail to appropriate person. 4.2 Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive material and/or information. 4.3 Routes outgoing mail to proper commitment. 5.0 Shares responsibility for office reception functions. 5.1 Receives, greets and directs visitors, clients and staff; is pleasant and courteous at all times. 5.2 Offers assistance and provides direction to visitors, clients and staff in a concise and informative manner. 6.0 Performs other duties as requested. 6.1 Miscellaneous duties are performed according to instruction. Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent plus four years secretarial/clerical experience; typing 55 WPM, dictation/transcription experience.

Keywords: New Horizons of the Treasure Coast, Inc., Fort Pierce , Staff Assistant, Other , Fort Pierce, Florida