Project Support Staff - Afternoons Utah Parent Center

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Description

Compensation Type: Hourly wages
Job Type:
Part Time

Pay Range: $16.39
Organization's Mission: The mission of the Utah Parent Center (UPC or Center) is to help parents help their children, youth and young adults with all disabilities to live included, productive lives as members of the community. We accomplish our mission by providing accurate information, empathetic peer support, valuable training and effective advocacy based on the concept of parents helping parents.*
Organization's Race, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Statement and Work: The Utah Parent Center intends to be a leader among social service agencies in Utah when it comes to understanding, embracing, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our state. As a leading nonprofit organization in the disabilities community we believe that we have the strength and ability to inspire greater inclusion for all marginalized communities and especially for those who are disabled, impacted by disability, and those who intersect.
Position Summary: This position is M-F 1:00 - 5:00 PM, occasional evening or weekend for special events.

Project Support Staff at the Utah Parent Center are an integral part of the organization. They are the first contact for parents and professionals calling or visiting the Center, and will assist the individuals in connecting with the appropriate project, team member or provide information and referral to organizations and agencies. This team is responsible for creative advertising, branded materials, and timely information. They provide support to the various projects, staff and special events.
Primary Responsibilities: Responsibilities are shared between Project Support Staff:
Answers all incoming phone calls during hours scheduled in the office and assigns to appropriate project.
Greets all callers and walk-ins to the UPC directing them to appropriate project.
Answers questions, directs to appropriate staff member or takes messages as needed.
Establishes and maintains records, databases, and files at the UPC.
Shared responsibility to maintain several websites.
Shared responsibility to retrieve data and assist in the preparation of reports.
Shared responsibility for dissemination of electronic newsletters and other communication using listserv.
Duplication/copying of information and training materials requested by project staff.
Disseminates information and/or materials as needed/assigned (by mail, email, etc.)
Provides computer support to staff, maintains office equipment, order and inventories supplies, etc. and related duties.
Assists training staff with the preparation of workshop and training materials, supplies, etc.
Provides support to staff as needed.
Provides some direct service to individuals who contact the UPC (e.g. “simple” information and referral).
Other duties as assigned.
Flexibility in schedule is required during office hours (typically 1-5 PM Monday through Friday) to insure office coverage. Some weekend and evening assistance may periodically be required to support workshops, conferences, or other activities.
Desired Qualifications: A qualified candidate:

Bilingual – English/Spanish-speaking preferred but not required.
Must be reliable, punctual, organized, dependable, and able to work as a team member.
Must have excellent communication skills on the phone and in-person as well as excellent written communication skills.
Must be skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite (required).
Has experience with Adobe Creative Suite desirable, but not required.
Has experience with databases, electronic distribution, online surveys, and social media.
Has experience with web software, preferably with WordPress.
Must type a minimum of 50 words per minute.
Must have good organizational and problem-solving skills.
Must accommodate flexible scheduling – see general job duties.
Has a minimum of a high school diploma (required) plus experience.
Parents of a child, youth, or young adult with a disability are encouraged to apply.
Individuals and self-advocates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Benefits / Why Work With Us: The Center is a successful nonprofit organization that needs skilled, highly dedicated, highly motivated people who care about our mission and the people we have served for more than 40 years.
12 Paid Holidays Annually
Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave
How to Apply: TO APPLY, SUBMIT (by email, mail, or in person):
Letter describing interest in and qualifications for the position
Current resume including professional references
Please include both the letter and resume’ when responding and which open position you are applying for.
An application, personal references, and employment references are required of qualified candidates selected for an interview. New hires must successfully pass background check.
Closing Date: When Filled
Location: Utah Parent Center, 5296 S Commerce Dr., Suite 302, Murray, UT 84107

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Contact: Amy Wall
Email: recruiting@utahparentcenter.org
Phone: 801-272-1051
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