Administrative Assistant

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to join our new Office of Vocational Rehabilitation program in Harrisburg, PA This is a full-time hybrid-remote position open to candidates residing in Pennsylvania. Pay rate: $17.50-18.50 (depending on experience) Position Details This position functions as part of a team and is responsible for supporting members of the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) and consumers served by the OVR team in all program operations under the direction of the Program Director. The Administrative Assistant will: Support OVR program administration by reviewing CWDS job entries, uploading invoicing documentation, approving payment-related documents, and processing case closure paperwork in Avatar. Maintain accurate student and program records by entering and updating information in Avatar, tracking revenue reports, and coordinating Pre-ETS participant listings across sites. Coordinate with program staff and Merakey locations to assign groups to facilitators, verify required documentation, and ensure timely submission/upload of materials to CWDS. Schedule and coordinate consumer appointments using electronic calendaring systems to maximize provider productivity, treatment room utilization, and consumer satisfaction. Support efficient clinic flow by monitoring appointment schedules, notifying providers of arrivals or delays, and escalating consumer concerns according to policy and procedure. Maintain consumer accounts and records by updating demographic, financial, and insurance information while ensuring accurate filing and retrieval of documentation. Assist with billing and revenue processes, including recording charges, collecting payments, managing third-party claims, and supporting financial documentation. Provide administrative and clerical support including correspondence, filing, mail distribution, office supply inventory, event coordination, travel arrangements/reimbursements, and backup support for administrative functions as needed. Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support. Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions. DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it! On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources. Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services. Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships. Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle. Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes. Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits About Merakey Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply! High school diploma/GED required. Proficient data entry skills and familiarity with Microsoft 365 applications. Strong customer service and collaborative communication skills. High attention to detail and organizational skills. Experience handling confidential information with discretion and diplomacy.