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Administrative Assistant - Summer 2024 - Hope Grows Center for Counseling - 521875

Apply now Job no: 521875
Work type: Off-Campus
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Office/Clerical Support, Student

Pay Grade/Pay Range: The rate of pay is to be determined by the employer.


Department/Organization: This position reports to an off-campus employer.


Normal Work Schedule: Varies; Monday - Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm


Note to Applicants: To apply, please email cover letter and resume to Andrea Whitten at Andrea@hopegrowscenter.org.

In addition to submitting a resume and cover letter, Hope City Center for Counseling requests that applicants complete the Big 5 personality test (https://www.123test.com/personality-test/) and share their results during the hiring process.

Applications submitted through the UA Student Jobsite will not be reviewed.


Job Summary: Hope Grows Center for Counseling is seeking a part-time administrative assistant to work under the direction of the Practice Owner.


Additional Department Summary: The Administrative Assistant will perform reception and administrative duties in a fun, dynamic group practice. Manages intake calls (answers phone and email, schedules intake appointments with appropriate therapist, answers potential client questions). Checks insurance benefits. Processes insurance claims and client invoices. Corrects insurance claims. Ensures billing practices are organized and streamlined. Takes responsibility of intake metrics (tracks incoming calls, schedules sessions, referral sources). Communicates with clinicians regarding scheduling. Communicates with management regarding intake metrics and streamlining of intake processes. Keeps EHR client files organized and manages intake paperwork collection. Assumes responsibility of maintenance of office equipment (printer, paper, filling office cups and treats, etc.).


Required Minimum Qualifications: Organized and detail oriented. Team-player. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently.


Preferred Qualifications: Studying a mental health related field. Interest in gaining experience in a counseling private practice.


Off-Campus Position Disclaimers: This position is an off-campus employment opportunity. The HR Office of Student Employment makes no particular recommendations regarding off-campus employers and makes no representations or guarantees about positions posted. The HR Office of Student Employment is not responsible for the safety, wages, working conditions, or other aspects of off-campus employment. Applicants are urged to perform due diligence in researching employers when applying for or accepting private, off-campus employment. This position reports to an off-campus employer – Hope Grows Center for Counseling. Final candidates may be subject to a thorough background check by employer prior to employment.


Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.

Pay Transparency PolicyStatement

The University of Alabama will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Supplemental Links


"EEO is the Law" Poster
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

“EEO is the Law” Poster Supplement
http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

"Family and Medical Leave Act" 
http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

"Employee Polygraph Protection Act" 
http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf