✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for an Administrative Assistant at Uta Halee Academy in Omaha, Nebraska✨
Uta Halee Academy (UHA) is a female-specific, residential program that offers young women opportunities to build productive and meaningful futures for themselves and their communities. Through rigorous education, positive skill development, and individualized therapeutic interventions and treatment, we empower youth to reach their full potential. The facility features residential student dormitories, on-site schooling, a dining hall, and extracurricular opportunities for the students. Becoming a member of the UHA team is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a mission-driven organization.
Pay: $18 - $20/hour
Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues, and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2
What you will do: The Administrative Assistant's main duties include managing phone calls, preparing expense reports, submitting billing, overseeing daily concessions, handling petty cash, ordering and restocking supplies, assisting with new student enrollments and virtual appointments, monitoring student visits with state workers, and meeting various weekly and monthly deadlines. Additionally, the role ensures all administrative procedures align with Rite of Passage's professional standards. There is frequent interaction with at-risk youth in this role.
This role operates in a fast-paced environment that requires adaptability, as workflow and priorities can change rapidly. Candidates should be comfortable managing multiple tasks simultaneously and working under pressure. The position demands proactive problem-solving, strong time-management skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality. Resilience and the capacity to handle a high level of activity are essential.
To be considered you should: 1-2 years of experience working in clerical or administrative work ~ Possess a high school diploma or equivalent ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ Experience working in a fast-paced enviornment ~ Experience working with at risk youth ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child abuse central registry.
Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8 am - 5 pm or a modified schedule within regular business hours (shared on-call rotation; one weekend a month) ]
Apply Today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!
After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As an Administrative Assistant, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.
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Qualifications Education Required High School or better. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- 1-2 years of experience in clerical or administrative work
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working with at-risk youth
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen
What We Do
Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and services for troubled and at-risk youth. With 35 years of experience in the juvenile justice industry, Rite of Passage has multiple service divisions that work with nearly 2,000 youth and families daily including schools, community-based services, academic-model programs, gender-specific treatment and secure facilities. The agency and its staff provide targeted services, skill-building opportunities and rich programming that promote youth success within their community, and for life.
