Administrative Assistant

Welcome to Connections for Kids!

Connections for Kids is one of Maine’s leading mental health agencies and for 26 years has been making a difference in the lives of children and families!

4 DAYS PER WEEK - FULL TIME (32 HOURS/WEEK)

Position: Administrative Assistant for the Human Resources Department

Pay: $20-$24/Hr

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9am-5pm

Location: South Portland, Maine

Responsibilities:

• Assist with entering and electronic filing of training and HR documentation.
• Assists with completing pre-employment documentation for internal and external candidates as needed.
• General office functions.
• Assisting the Hiring Manager with the hiring process as needed; including but not limited to onboarding, hiring documents and computer entry.
• Complete both in and out of state background checks and reference checks
• Supporting CFK employees with questions or in need of assistance.
• Form good working relationships with other employees and professionals.
• Be sensitive to a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic attributes and assist in building an inclusive and diverse culture within CFK.
• Assist with new hire orientation when needed.
• Be Organized, detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.
• Complete special projects and assignments in a timely manner.
• Manages and maintains confidentiality of records and client information.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Have HR and administrative experience
• Have experience using HRIS or other computer systems
• Have a completed high school or equivalent
• Have experience working with non-profits, DHHS, private agencies and other community resources
• Are detail orientated with strong organizational skills
• Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Want to be part of a fun, upbeat team that values you

Benefits:

• Tuition Reimbursement!
• Competitive pay starting at $22-$24/hr based on experience,
• Medical,
• Dental,
• Vision,
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Discounted pet insurance,
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance,
• Relaxed and casual work environment,
• Participation in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program,
• Discounts to area businesses, including an 18% discount through Verizon,
• Participation in a 403b retirement plan with matched contributions after a year of employment,
• Monday through Friday schedule with weekends off,
• Additionally, because of the importance of a work-life balance, our generous time off package starting in your first year and increasing the longer you're with our team!

If you’d like to be part of our amazing CFK team, submit your resume today!

We strongly encourage candidates of all races, genders, and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• South Portland, ME: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person