Administrative Assistant

About Us


Community Health Choice, Inc. (Community) is a non-profit managed care organization (MCO), licensed by the Texas Department of Insurance. Through its network of more than 10,000 providers and 94 hospitals, Community serves over 400,000 Members with the following programs:

Medicaid State of Texas Access Reform (STAR) program for low-income children and pregnant women

Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for the children of low-income parents, which includes CHIP Perinatal benefits for unborn children of pregnant women who do not qualify for Medicaid STAR

Health Insurance Marketplace Plans that offer individual health coverage that includes preventive care, emergency services, prescription drugs, and hospitalization available to all, regardless of pre-existing conditions.

Community Health Choice (HMO D-SNP), a Medicare Advantage Dual Special Needs plan for people with both Medicare and Medicaid that combines Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, and Medicaid benefits with additional health benefits like dental, vision, transportation, and more.

Improving Members' experiences is at the heart of every Community position. We strive every day to make sure that our Members have access to the high-quality health care they need and deserve.

Community is accredited by URAC for its health plan operations. We offer care management programs for asthma, diabetes, and high-risk pregnancy. An affiliate of the Harris Health System (Harris Health), Community is financially self-sufficient and receives no financial support from Harris Health or from Harris County taxpayers.


Job Profile


JOB SUMMARY:
The Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support to the Department. This role supports the organizations mission of improving the health and well-being of underserved Texans by ensuring smooth daily operations, accurate documentation, and timely coordination of tasks. The Administrative Assistant assists with scheduling, meeting preparation, data entry, and departmental communications. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to support multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
Administrative & Clerical Support
Provides general administrative support including scheduling, filing, copying, scanning, and correspondence.
Prepares meeting agendas, basic reports, and routine communications.
Maintains organized departmental files and documentation.

Departmental Coordination
Assists with tracking deadlines, follow-up items, and departmental tasks.
Supports communication between Administrative Operations and internal teams.
Helps coordinate routine workflows and operational processes.

Meeting & Event Support
Schedules meetings, reserves rooms, and prepares materials.
Assist with coordination for trainings, staff meetings, and small events.

Data Entry & Documentation
Enters data accurately into spreadsheets, logs, and tracking systems.
Supports preparation of departmental reports and audit documentation.

Administrative Processes
Assists with invoice processing, supply ordering, and basic procurement tasks.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies and documentation standards.

Executive Administration Float Support
Provides basic, limited support to the Executive Administration team during brief, unplanned absences of the Executive Assistant.
Tasks may include simple scheduling, prepare standard meeting materials, and assist with routine communications.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: High school diploma or GED required.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, or related field preferred.


Training in customer service, business writing, or office systems

Work Experience (Years and Area): Minimum 3-5 years of administrative or clerical support experience
Experience in administrative support, including document preparation, scheduling, and records management.


Experience supporting departmental operations or leadership
Experience in healthcare, managed care, or regulated environments


Experience supporting small workgroups or coordinating tasks.

Software Proficiencies: Microsoft 365: Outlook (calendar scheduling, meeting coordination, room booking via outlook) Word, Excel (basic functions), Teams.

SharePoint/OneDrive (file storage, document access, version control, and basic collaboration)


Adobe Acrobat:(viewing, and basic editing, combining, conversion)


Familiarity with an enterprise HCM system (data entry, travel/expense support, procurement entry)

Familiarity with enterprise time management systems and ticketing tools like UKG & ServiceNow

Basic familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft CoPilot for drafting and summarization

Other: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines with accuracy. Professional communication and customer service orientation.


Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Familiarity with administrative processes including procurement, travel coordination, and documentation standards

Job Family/Job Title Competencies
Accuracy
Attention to Detail
Planning and Organizing
Responding Sensitively

Additional competencies
Time Management
Service Orientation
Professionalism

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Communicates clearly and professionally with team members and internal partners, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrates tact, courtesy, and strong customer service orientation in all interactions
Works effectively as part of a team and contributes to a collaborative work environment
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with colleagues and internal stakeholders.
Listens actively and responds appropriately to direction, feedback, and requests.
Manages routine interactions with professionalism and escalate issues as appropriate

Benefits & EEOC


Community employees benefits are provided by Harris Health. These benefits are designed to provide you with flexibility and choices in meeting your specific needs.

Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Health's benefits program is designed to provide you with more flexibility and choices in meeting your specific needs. Harris Health's benefits program allows you to protect your income in case of illness, death and disability, and to help you save for retirement.

It is the policy of Harris Health to provide equal opportunity for all applicants for employment regardless of political affiliation, race, color, national origin, age, sex, religious creed or disability. Applicants may request any reasonable accommodation(s) to participate in the application process.