Why Vinfen? We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!
Our comprehensive and generous benefits package includes:
- A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
- First-rate Medical, Dental and Vision plans that are open to all employees scheduled to work 30 hours per week or more. Plus, we offer a generous employer contribution toward the cost of medical insurance!
- Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance (no cost to you!)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
- Voluntary Term Life, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Generous paid time off (Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week):
- 15 days of Vacation per year
- 12 Paid Holidays per year
- 10 Sick Days per year
- 3 Personal Days per year
- Up to $6,000 per year in Tuition Assistance
- $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!
- Other generous benefits including access to discounted movie and theme park tickets, online shopping discounts, and more!
About Us:
Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,500 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in over 550 sites throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers.
My Job. My Community. My Vinfen.
Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Knowledge and Skills:
• Commitment to the right and ability of people served by RC to live, work, have meaningful relationships and receive the services, resources and supports needed to thrive in their community of choice.
• Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment.
• Knowledge of office, administrative and clerical skills.
• Very good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a confidential, professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Very good hospitality and client engagement skills.
Typical Requirements:
• One to three years' experience in an administrative support function is strongly preferred.
• Preference given to bilingual/bicultural applicants and applicants with lived experience of psychiatric conditions.
• Experience in a social service setting is strongly preferred.
Preferred /Required Education:
High School diploma, GED or equivalent required.
Driving Requirements:
May be called on to drive for Vinfen using either a Vinfen van or personal vehicle. - A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment. Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least one year, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check. If driving, must maintain a safe driving record, which is subject to annual checks. If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance.
Physical Effort:
Administrative/Direct Care Roles - Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb as this is a very physically active position. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds using proper lifting techniques or the use of a two-person lift. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Ability to sit, reach, climb stairs, and maneuver through narrow spaces or hallways. Ability to assist clients with tasks of daily living. Ability to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time, as needed. Ability to bend, reach, file, sit, stand, and move around the facility. Ability to speak, hear, and communicate with clients, staff, and external representatives. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. For positions in day programs or group residences, the ability to assist in routine living activities including cleaning, meal preparation, vacuuming, shoveling, and grocery shopping.
Required Certifications/Trainings:
CPR within 2 weeks of hire, First Aid within 2 weeks of hire