Secretary, Intact Family Recovery

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI), is a leading not-for-profit organization providing healing, justice and wholeness to people and communities. For over 150 years, LSSI has made a difference in the lives of children and families, and we're still a strong, viable presence in the State of Illinois, continuing that commitment to making a difference.

LSSI is hiring a part-time Secretary , Monday through Friday, 4 hours a day. Responsible for performing administrative and clerical tasks as well as providing organizational support to the office/department.

Benefits

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages: On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet. Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.

Salary $17.50-$19/Hourly. Opportunity for advancement. Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours. The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions

Organize and maintain client files according to DCFS and COA standards and to comply with LSSI protocol. Locate and/or copy files as requested. Maintain client data spread sheets. Schedule appointments. Answer and direct incoming calls as well as sort and route incoming mail. Compose and/or type correspondence. Prepare and maintain records/reports and keep statistical data.

Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner. Position Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Background check clearance, both criminal and CANTS required. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a secretarial/administrative role required. Experience organizing and maintaining files required. Proficient in alphabetized and numerical filing. Experience composing and typing correspondence required. Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.

Basic knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.