Administrative Assistant
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- 24142606 Requisition #
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- Sep 25, 2024 Post Date
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has an Administrative Assistant - Clinical Services career opportunity within the Montana State Hospital.
The Montana State Hospital (MSH) in Warm Springs provides inpatient psychiatric treatment for adults with serious mental illness. MSH is the only public psychiatric hospital in Montana that serves people admitted from communities across the state.
Job Overview: This position provides administrative support to the Clinical Services department and the Therapeutic Learning Center at Montana State Hospital. The Administrative Assistant communicates program updates to staff through written and verbal correspondence as well as attends meetings.
Why Join DPHHS
Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.
Required for the first day of work:
- Must have a thorough knowledge of administrative practices and office procedures
- Must have knowledge of recording meeting minutes.
- Must be able to demonstrate effective decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to multitask, organize and prioritize work.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and be able to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive material.
- Must be proficient in the use of standard office equipment (facsimile, copy machine, etc.), including a personal computer and common software including Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to respond to stressful situations in a manner that helps the other individual de-escalate.
- Must be able to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, management, professional medical staff, and patients.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of experience performing administrative, office, or clerical support.
- One year experience in records retention processes and requirements preferred.
- Other combinations of education and experience may be substituted on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply
- Resume
- References
This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.
