Administrative Assistant- Education Department in Berwyn, Pennsylvania at Melmark

Melmark Overview

Melmark is a nonprofit organization providing clinically-sophisticated evidence-based special education, residential, vocational, and therapeutic services for children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, medical complexities, and other neurological and genetic disorders.

Administrative Assistant Overview

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support for the Education Department. This includes the establishment and maintenance of files, records and other forms for the education department. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for being flexible to adjust support across the education department as needed.

Schedule and Salary Information

• Monday- Friday 7:30a-4p
• Starting Rate: $17.00/hour

Requirements

• High School Diploma required. Associate’s degree or higher preferred.

• A valid driver’s license and ability to meet approved Melmark driver status.

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a related field preferred. Experience in a school setting highly preferred.

• Working knowledge of Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Office and any other software programs relative to essential skills above (e.g., ADP, Outlook, PFM).

Administrative Assistant Responsibilities

• Assists Directors, Assistant Directors, and Curriculum Coordinators with maintaining student files. This includes typing, organizing, and mailing related to educational correspondence. Performs document drafting, transcription, copying, scanning, and faxing, as needed.
• Assists with maintenance of student files, program operation forms, correspondence (e.g., PDE mailings, IEP’s, progress reports) and completed forms (i.e., parent consents, IEP meeting waivers).
• Participates in assisting with daily student transportation drop-off and pick-up from the school building. Ensuring students arrive at their assigned classroom.
• Coordinates and schedules meetings with internal Melmark attendees, parents/families, school districts/LEA’s, county Supports Coordinators, and other team member, as indicated.

Benefits

• Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick!
• Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan AND 403(b) with employer matching
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Student Loan Reimbursement
• Professional Conference and Research Opportunities
• Onsite CEUs at no cost to employees