Program Assistant - Hammond, LA

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Full-Time

1st Shift - no week-ends

Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Must pass a Louisiana criminal history background check and motor vehicle screen.

Education/License/Certification(s):
x	High school diploma or GED		Master's Degree
	High school plus higher education coursework		Post Graduate Degree
	Associate Degree		License Certification
	Bachelor's Degree		Certification

NOTE: List required degrees and or certificate(s) - and preferred if applicable

Experience: Minimum Required
	Individual Contributor		Supervisor/Manager
	0 - 1 year		Up to 6 years + 1-year supervisory
x	1 - 3 years		Up to 6 years + 1-year leadership
	3 - 5 years		5+ years + 2 years leadership
	6 - 9 years		10+ years + 5 years leadership
	10 - 14 years
	>15 years

NOTE: 2 years of experience means 2 years of experience performing this or a similar role

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (Please list other job requirements)

Competencies: (3-5 key competencies)

Physical Demands: (Please check category)

	Sedentary work:	Prolonged periods of sitting and exert 10lbs of force occasionally.
x	Light work:	Exert up to 20lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10lbs of force frequently.
	Medium work:	Exert up to 50lbs occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs continuously.
	Heavy work:	Exert up to 100lbs occasionally, and/or 50lbs frequently, and/or over 20lbs continuously.
	Very heavy work:	Exert over 100lbs force occasionally, and/or over 50lbs frequently, and/or over 20lbs continuously.

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking Program Assistant to join our team in our Hammond, LA location.

Earn: $15.96/hour

Position Details

Our Program Assistant will perform administrative functions related to client records.

• Manage a spreadsheet to track expiration/completion of chart documents.
• Submit records requests as needed.
• Answer multi-line phone system.
• Complete quality call backs and client satisfaction surveys.
• Opening and closing of client records and appropriate storage of records.
  

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!