Overview
Office Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL at Velocity Risk
Access II Independent Living Center Inc.
Summary
The Administrative Assistant ILS/Clinic Manageris responsible for providing general office operation support to the Executive Director, and Staff; completing and coordinating the referral and intake process for all new Access II Independent Living Center Consumers, when the ILS/In-Home Scheduling Coordinator is unavailable. Responsible for assessing the needs of new Consumers and forwarding them to the appropriate Independent Living Specialist to aid them with their independent living goal, schedule appointments for our clinic and support our fitness center members.
Duties
Direct Service: Act as a resource to families, outside agencies and staff; answer telephones; enter and maintain Consumer and I&R information using a database; coordinate the referral and intake process for Access II Independent Living Center as needed; process referrals; including preparing intake and other independent living tasks as needed; provide program support for team/staff as needed; maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, families, and agency personnel; assist consumers in determining the need for Durable Medical Equipment; assist consumers wishing to utilize the vans for Transportation Services.
Employer/Employee Paperwork: Complete necessary intake paperwork; complete necessary paperwork to coordinate both the DME loan and Transportation programs; maintain vehicle logs for each of the center vehicles and vans.
Documentation & Document Management: Document goals and services provided; maintain clear and concise records including notes of all contacts; file paperwork related to the program; compile activity reports as requested; maintain confidentiality of consumer records; maintain and keep current consumer records; complete, maintain and submit all reports to supervisor on time.
Training: Attend staff meetings and participate in staff training opportunities and attend all in-services, trainings, meetings as requested.
Other Duties: Maintain positive close working relationship with all service agencies; conduct marketing and outreach as time and opportunity allows; coordinate quarterly newsletter; perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services related field or a High School diploma and have at least 2 years’ experience in case-management services and one year of experience in providing services to persons with disabilities. This position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational aptitude, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. It is preferred that the candidate has personal experience with a disability and an understanding of and adherence to the philosophy of independent living and the disability rights EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Title: Office Administrator
Company: Velocity Risk
Location: Chicago, IL
