Temporary Administrative Assistant

Marklund is built on our mission of making everyday life possible forindividuals with profound disabilities. Our services are designed toenhance the lives of our residents in a meaningful way, but we can’tdo it alone. We are seeking a Temporary Administrative Assistant in Elgin from nowuntil the end of the year (December 31st) to be a part of ourlife-changing mission. This is a full-time position with a schedule ofMonday-Friday, 8a-4p. The hourly rate for this position is $18-19/hrbased on qualifications and experience. The Temporary Administrative Assistant will perform a variety ofduties supporting the MWC Front Desk and the Human Resources,Administration/Facilities, and Finance departments. Responsibilities include: Welcome visitors, answer and direct phone calls, and manage frontdesk operations. Assist with employee onboarding, HR records, and various humanresources processes. Provide administrative support for facility operations,leadership, and office functions. Promote a positive, professional environment and maintain timelycommunication through email and other channels. Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover or containa comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilitiesthat are required of the employee for this job. Duties,responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Who We Are: Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential,educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens andadults with serious and profound developmental disabilities andspecial healthcare needs. With two residential locations - theMarklund Hyde Center in Geneva and the Marklund Wasmond Center inElgin, it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund DaySchool offers Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children andyoung adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on theautism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program ateach site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside atMarklund and those who come in from the community. Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributesto our mission of 'making everyday life possible for individuals withprofound disabilities.' Each and every employee’s job contributes toMarklund’s vision of providing a happy, safe purpose-filled life forevery individual with intellectual and development disabilities, andis integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. Aspart of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you willlearn what it’s like to have the individuals we serve not only changeyour career, but also change your life. As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supportsdiversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment. Are you ready to contribute to Marklund’s mission and vision, andbecome an integral part of enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve? Experience and Skills Previous office, administrative, or receptionist experiencepreferred, but not required. High School Diploma When you join the Marklund team, you receive the following: Compensation & Benefits we offer YOU Full-Time Employees: Competitive Pay Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Long-Term Disability Voluntary Short -Term Disability Paid Time Off (PTO)* *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year Tuition Reimbursement Extended Sick Bank Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Benefits: Competitive pay Credit Union Membership Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire Marklund matches up to 5% Ways we appreciate YOU Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award Thanksgiving Turkey Employee Referral Bonus Program Employee Assistance Program Training & Growth Opportunities for YOU We promote from within whenever possible You are paid while you train: In-House Training Programs Leadership Training Program Employee Workshops on a variety of topics #J-18808-Ljbffr Marklund