Our mission is to serve, provide for, and champion individuals with disabilities.

Evergreen Life Services (ELS) is a charitable, non-profit organization that provides a full range of professional services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in the 1950s, today we are proud to serve more than 1,100 individuals with disabilities in 8 states.

Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team.

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team because, at Evergreen, everyone matters.

Position Description: Administrative Assistant – Florida

FSLA Classifications: Non- Exempt

Reports To: C Suite & Director positions

Created: October 1, 2021

Job Summary

To provide appropriate office management and administrative support to the C Suite & Director positions.

Essential Job Functions

Prepare and maintain office correspondences and reports (i.e. payroll, employment, accounting, residents) in accordance with policy and procedures

Maintain contact lists

Organize and schedule appointments and meetings

Maintain the office in an environment conducive to work Organize and schedule appointments and meetings

Maintain contact lists

Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms

Generate and assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports and meeting documents

Submit and reconcile expense reports

Perform research for reports and meetings. Participate in the preparation of the materials using Power Point or other platforms

Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner

Take accurate minutes of meetings

Coordinate office procedures

Reply to email, telephone, or face to face inquiries

Resolve administrative problems

Organize and provide travel arrangements and general support for senior managers, book conference calls, rooms, taxis, couriers, hotels, etc.

Handle multiple projects

Have the ability to stay organized and reach desired results within an ambiguous work environment

Must be able to pass a Level II Background Screening

Qualifications/Experience/Job Knowledge

High School degree or GED.

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Management and Administration preferred.

At least three (3) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working knowledge of Windows 7, Office 2010 applications. Aptitude to learn other software programs as required for this position.

Physical Demands

Occasional travel

Constantly moves about to coordinate work

Occasionally moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds

Occasionally exposed to viruses and infectious conditions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or a medical condition to perform the essential functions.

Special Demands

Ability to write and edit effectively; ability to communicate the written and spoken work work word with tact, professionalism, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary

Possess good organizational skills, able to meet deadlines, self-starter and able to work under pressure

Ability to meet the public in a manner that reflects creditably upon the organization and must have the ability to deal with individual(s) served and staff in a manner that is conducive to harmony and their best efforts

Must be adaptable and have the ability to make decisions

Must have understanding, patience and tact professionalism in dealing with individual(s) served, their families or advocates and other agencies involved in providing supports for individual(s) served

Must have the ability to maintain good working relationships with Evergreen staff and with contacts from other agencies or entities

Must be able to prioritize work tasks under the general direction of the ED and COO

Must be able to work without close personal supervision

Project a positive and proper appearance for Evergreen

Duties are highly confidential and require comprehensive knowledge of Evergreen’s policies, procedures, and operations. Responsibilities require the use of discretion, judgment, tact, and poise.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position will not have direct reports.

Employment Variables

Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation. Must pass drug screen and criminal background check. Must be able to work some evenings when required

Working Environment

General office environment.

Evergreen is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected status.