Department/Program: Ready, Willing and Able Philadelphia Link to apply: Administrative Assistant
Location: Philadelphia, PA Travel required: No
Level/Salary range: $22.29 hourly Position type: Full Time 

Program Summary

Ready, Willing & Able Philadelphia (RWAP), a program partner of the Urban Affairs Coalition (UAC), addresses substance use disorder challenges by providing men with housing, care, and opportunities for a better future. RWAP offers dormitory-style transitional housing for approximately 61 men, alongside vital substance use disorder support services including case management, connection to external recovery supports, paid work opportunities, job readiness, and lifelong graduate services. Guided by the principles of Recovery, Dignity, Sustainability, and Visibility, we work at the intersection of two of Philadelphia’s most pressing issues. We help people living with substance use disorder stay off the streets and in recovery. When the “Men in Blue” hit the streets, we make communities safer by removing dangerous items, including used needles and other paraphernalia. We make communities safer by removing discarded food and containers, reducing attractions for vermin and feral animals.

Position Summary

The Administrative Assistant supports men in recovery by performing essential administrative tasks to ensure: compliance with contracts and relevant laws and regulations; billing documents are submitted accurately and timely; financial data is current and accurate for financial team use; internal data is current and accurate; supplies and equipment are adequate; and other functions to support RWAP programs and services. You support participants, staff, and partners as you approach every situation with an attitude of service..

 

POSITION: Administrative Assistant

STATUS: 35 hours per week (full-time), non-exempt

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

WORK LOCATION: 1221 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia, PA; with occasional work at other locations throughout Philadelphia. RWAP is a hands-on program and organization, with limited opportunities for remote work.

 

Full time benefits package including:

●        Medical, Dental, and Vision ●        Short-term Disability (STD)
●        Long-term Disability (LTD) ●        Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
●        403(b) Retirement Plan ●        Life Insurance
●        Flexible Spending Accounts ●        PTO and 14 Paid Holidays per year

 

The candidate for this position may be subject to any of the following screenings as part of the pre-employment process: Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), PA Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI fingerprint, and drug/alcohol screen.