Secretary II - Behavioral Health - Perth Amboy - FT Days

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

 

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

 

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

 

The Secretary II assists department leadership by providing administrative and secretarial support to the department and/or site location.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Secretary II, Behavioral Health Department at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Answers phone calls and direct the caller to the appropriate personnel, department, or voicemail to ensure all calls are addressed. Screens and refers incoming emails to ensure that accurate and timely departmental communication is facilitated.
• Maintains schedule and makes appointments for Leader as requested.
• Completes all administrative tasks needed to support department functions.
• Assists Leader with the team members' schedule.
• Assists Leader with monthly reports and contract preparation
• Maintains timekeeping and attendance if applicable.
• Takes committee or department meeting minutes as needed.
• Develops and sets priorities of departmental needs.
• Communicates and maintains rapport with Leaders and Team Members.
• Assists department with various duties and/or projects related to the department's needs and responsibilities.
• Orders office supplies and computer equipment as requested if applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• A minimum of four years of secretarial experience.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

 

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Graduate of an accredited Business School.
• Typing speed of over 70 wpm.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines. 

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Starting Minimum Rate

Minimum rate of $25.77 Hourly

Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.