Administrative Assistant - Oschool

The Sonia Shankman School Orthogenic School seeks an organized and reliable Administrative Assistant to join our talented staff.

Summary Of Responsibilities

The Administrative Assistant for the O-School must be highly organized, exhibit attention to detail and be familiar with all aspects of maintaining a professional front office while welcoming students, faculty, parents, and visitors upon entrance to the School. Together with the Office Manager, the Administrative Assistant screens those entering the school; assists with taking attendance and coordinating student transportation; greets mail carriers and delivery personnel; oversees, sorts, and organizes outgoing and incoming correspondence; manages the telephone and messaging system, fielding and directing incoming phone calls in a support and friendly manner; and maintains light inventory.

The Administrative Assist is proficient in accessing the School's electronic record system and will be expected to add documents into the system, generate reports, and send confidential reports related to student progress and treatment to various external stakeholders on a consistent basis; resolves inquiries and provides written responses when appropriate. Supports the Director of Admissions in setting up new student files, assisting in outreach activities and responding to phone calls and requests in a timely and thoughtful manner. Supports the Office of Student Services in records maintenance and distributing reports.

ABOUT SONIA SHANKMAN ORTHOGENIC SCHOOL - The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (O-School) is a private, non-profit school that provides educational and therapeutic services to students, grades K-12. For more than century, the O-School has provided a culture of support, a safe haven, and a path to hope for children and adolescents with significant emotional and social issues (many of whom are also on the autism spectrum). We provide a supportive, nurturing environment that provides each child with individualized treatment that allows them to reach their full potential. We are confident that you will find our school to be a child-centered and extensively rewarding place to work. We highly value our talented staff of clinicians and educators who work together to achieve a singular academic and therapeutic experience for the students in our care.

POSITION, SALARY & BENEFITS - Salary is commensurate with experience. The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School offers a comprehensive benefits package.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Graduation from High School and any training and experience that provides the required skills and abilities.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS - Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Exhibit sensitivity working with O-School students and families.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty pounds, sit for 2-4 hours, operate a computer extensively.

The Leslie Shankman School Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital or veteran status, or disability or any other protected status

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