Human Resources Assistant
Job Location:
Smithtown, NY - USA
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Job Summary
Human Resources Assistant
Full-Time Hourly $21 - $25/hour
Make a Real Difference Every Day:Do you want a career where you directly impact lives experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose
Shift Available: Monday Friday 8 am 4 pm
About Brightway Living & Learning:Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island including educational residential day habilitation and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) Brightway supports over 1600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence adaptability and the power of behavioral science Brightways dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow learn and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our All Ways Forward approach at .
What You Bring to Brightway Living & Learning:
- High School Diploma
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other software applications used for document preparation data entry & administrative support.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills professionalism and the ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and discretion.
- Effective verbal/written communication skills.
What You Will Do:
- Assist department in carrying out various Human Resources programs and procedures (i.e. Birthday card distribution special mailings etc.).
- Process identification badge requests.
- Participate in administrative staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars as required.
- Assist in organizational training and development efforts.
- Respond to employee requests for information.
- Administration of Agency Tuition Reimbursement program (provide information review applications and process reimbursement to employees).
- Maintain Agency personnel files in Agency document management system.
- Provide coverage for building front reception desk implementing all building entry procedures while providing professional courteous and responsive assistance to employees visitors and members of the community when entering the building or asking for assistance.
What You Must Be Able To Do:
- Primarily sedentary work requires extended periods of sitting at a desk or workstation
- Frequent use of a computer keyboard and mouse for data entry document preparation and communication.
- Occasional standing walking bending reaching or lifting office materials and supplies (typically up to 10 - 20 pounds).
- Ability to operate standard office equipment including computers printers scanners copiers and telephones.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing writing filing and handling paperwork.
- Visual acuity sufficient to read documents computer screens and detailed reports.
- Possess a hearing and verbal communication ability sufficient to interact effectively with staff visitors and external contacts in person and by phone.
- Possess an ability to maintain focus and attention to detail in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions.
- Occasional movement within the building to deliver documents attend meetings or support administrative functions.
Why Youll Love This Job:
- Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
- Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
- Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
- Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
Heres How We Support You:
- Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
- Exceptional Benefits: Including medical dental vision life insurance FSA and EAP.
- Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
- Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
If You Are:
- Empathic compassionate and patient
- Positive energetic and enthusiastic
- A good communicator and team player
- Passionate about making a difference
Then we encourage you to apply and join the Brightway Living & Learning team!
When you join our team you become part of the Brightway Living & Learning Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the Brightway Living & Learning Family.
Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race color sex pregnancy reproductive decision making gender expression or identity national origin disability military status creed religion age sexual orientation marital status genetic information status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed valued and respected. At Brightway we believe that with the right support progress is always possible.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Progress is always possible. Brightway is here for the whole journey, from early childhood through adulthood. 60+ years serving Long Island families with autism and developmental challenges. There’s always a way forward.
