Job Description
Administrative Assistant | Client Care Assistant
Scope of Position: Manage Bacoa’s office administration including financial and donor records;
oversee Bacoa’s Meals with Wheels and Medical Lending Closet programs; supervise volunteer
program, including reference and background checks; perform minor accounting and bookkeeping
duties; data entry using multiple database programs; provide simple information and referral; provide
support to the Executive Director and other agency staff as required.
Principal Responsibilities:
Answer incoming calls, greet guests and assist Social Services staff by providing simple
information and referral
Maintain and organize agency financial records; check processing, deposits and invoicing
Track office supplies usage, manage necessary inventories
Schedule appointments as needed
Provide data entry in software programs
Assure donor acknowledgement letters are prepared and mailed on a timely basis
Support Executive Director and other staff in operating various software packages used to
track clients, donors and other development related data i.e. My Senior Center, Network for
Good/Bonterra
Manage Bacoa’s Meals with Wheels program: includes scheduling and ordering of meals
along with billing and payment
Manage Bacoa’s Medical Lending Closet, including inventory and distribution
Oversee Volunteer program including background and reference checks
Significant data entry into multiple database programs
Skills and Abilities Required:
Strong professional and interpersonal skills to represent Bacoa with donors, board members,
vendors, service providers, volunteers and families
Proficient in multi-tasking
Familiarity with accounting procedures and QuickBooks; position works with outside
accountant on a regular basis
Experience with multiple types of software
Strong attention to detail and ability to focus in a busy setting
Ability to write simple documents in a clear, grammatical manner
Capable of working independently with ability to problem solve
Assume responsibility for maintenance of office equipment, including computers, phones and
copiers
Capacity to work effectively with diverse personalities
Qualifications:
Required:
Previous experience as an Administrative Assistant or Office Manager
Excellent computer skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work with technology and different CRM programs
Well-organized and detail-oriented with good verbal and written skills
Understanding of technology and ability to work with a variety of software packages
Desired:
Database and network management experience
Previous experience in providing social services, or working with a non-profit agency
This position is full-time. $20/hour for the first 30 days; after successful completion of 30 days,
moves to $44,000 salary.
As a small office with limited staff, we are unable to offer health benefits. Twelve paid
holidays and generous vacation time available.
2,000 older adults, families, and caregivers each year.
Bacoa promotes vibrant, healthy aging through dynamic social services, "Active Aging" programs,
and personalized care management that meets our clients' needs, wants, and abilities, enabling
them to age as safely and independently as possible.
Our staff empowers and advocates for older adults by providing enriching classes, support groups,
and life-centered activities. We are leaders in creating a welcoming, accessible Barrington Area
a community for all, hosting educational events on age-specific issues and heading community-wide
initiatives like our Dementia Friendly Barrington Area Initiative, which reduces the stigma of
dementia and provides our community with a network of dementia resources.
Bacoa's wraparound approach gives our clients access to multiple services. For example, a client
facing food insecurity will not only be signed up to receive Bacoa's Meals with Wheels program, but
they will also be assessed for transportation, Medicare/Medicaid enrollment, utility assistance,
dementia care, social isolation, and in-depth care management needs, ensuring we are caring for
those in our community in need of our support. Most of Bacoa's services are free or provided on a
sliding fee scale. We do not deny services because of an inability to pay.
Our services include:
· A day program for older adults with mild cognitive issues
· Care Management of a variety of service needs
· Information on housing options or in-home care services
· Meals-with-Wheels
· Active Programming
· Enrollment in Medicare and Medicaid; Counseling on insurance, benefits, and Medicare Part D
· Support and education groups for older adults and caregivers