A Safe Place · 2 weeks ago
Administrative Assistant – Zion Residential Campus (Part-Time)
Zion, IL
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20/hr - $25/hr
2+ years expA Safe Place is dedicated to empowering survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, offering comprehensive programs in Lake County. The Housing Administrative Assistant will provide essential administrative and clerical support to the Zion Campus Team, ensuring the smooth operation of housing programs and enhancing service quality for residents.
Non ProfitService Industry
Responsibilities
Waitlist Management: Assist the Director with client communications, scheduling, assessments, and application processing
Service Coordination: Schedule client appointments for supportive services
Administrative Duties: Process requests, order supplies, and manage paperwork, logs, and grant-related data
Client Engagement: Handle inquiries and address client needs
Data Management: Maintain case files, perform grant-related bookkeeping, and complete data entry
Professional Conduct: Engage clients authentically, maintain boundaries, and adhere to ethical standards
Team Collaboration: Work effectively as part of the team
Training: Complete IM+CANS certification and 40-hour Domestic Violence training within the first month; complete Safe Zone, Mandated Reporter, and other required trainings within 60 days
Participation: Attend mandatory meetings, training, and team activities, and take on additional tasks as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, family therapy, or a related human services field
Bachelor's degree in any field plus two (2) years of documented clinical experience in a mental health setting under a QMHP
High school diploma or GED plus five (5) years of documented clinical experience in mental health or human services
Bilingual Spanish proficiency required
2+ years of administrative experience, with Excel proficiency
Experience in crisis intervention, case management, or advocacy
Strong trauma-informed skills, communication, and conflict resolution abilities
Ability to develop and present client programs using technology
Cultural competence and adherence to professional ethics (e.g., NASW Code of Ethics)
Familiarity with electronic medical records is a plus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Teams
Effective time management, organizational, and prioritization skills
Commitment to supporting survivors and fostering a violence-free society
Familiarity with domestic violence dynamics and survivor challenges
Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and active auto insurance required
Company
A Safe Place
A Safe Place is the foremost champion for the abolition of domestic abuse and human trafficking.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dawn Winters
Chief Financial Officer
Dr. Margarita Garcia, Ed.D, CDVP
Chief Crisis Response Officer_
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