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Job Descriptions:

Marklund is hiring a Day School Administrative Coordinator in Elgin!

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of others and be appreciated for what you do?

Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities and love your job!

Marklund is seeking highly motivated and mission-centered individual for the position of Day School Administrative Coordinator. This is a full-time position based out of Marklund's Nathan Education Center in Elgin, IL. This position has a schedule of Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM. This starting rate is $19/hr - $20/hr based on qualifications and experience.

Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and to meet its functional and environmental requirements.

Who We Are:

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With three residential locations – the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva, the Marklund Philip Center in Bloomingdale, and the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin, it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund Day School offers Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on the autism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program at each site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside at Marklund and those who come in from the community.

Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our mission of “making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.” Each and every employee’s job contributes to Marklund’s vision of providing a happy, safe purpose-filled life for every individual with intellectual and development disabilities, and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. As part of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you will learn what it’s like to have the individuals we serve not only change your career, but also change your life.

Responsibilities include:

+ Operation of front desk (answering phones, opening and delivering mail, greeting visitors)

+ Facilitate Staff meetings & maintain meeting minutes

+ Communicate with all staff regarding completion of required paperwork

+ Maintain regulatory records per DHS & IDPH regulations

+ Ensure staff changes are processed to Human Resources and facilitate hiring process

+ Schedule appointments and maintain Outlook Calendar for Administrator

+ Liaison to staff, volunteers, and parents

+ Other duties as assigned

Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment.

Are you ready to contribute to Marklund’s mission and vision, and become an integral part of enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve?

Apply Today!

Required Experience:

Qualifications:

+ Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

+ Extensive knowledge of office management systems and procedures.

+ Ability to operate general office equipment.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

+ Ability to maintain confidential information.

Education and Experience:

+ High school diploma or equivalent required

+ Three years of Administrative Assistant or clerical experience preferred.

+ Experience in a nonpublic or public-school system preferred.

Keyword: Administrative Assistant, Administrative Coordinator, Secretary, Office Assistant

From: Marklund