About this role
Lake Port Square is an upscale Senior Living community located on the shores of Lake Harris on a 78-acre nature preserve. We offer a wide variety of beautifully appointed residential options, a wealth of exceptional services and amenities, and a full calendar of fun, engaging activities. Lake Port Square is conveniently located just an hour away from the airports, shopping, attractions and theme parks of Orlando. Lake County is home to many nature trails, lake activities and the best parks in Central Florida.
When you work at Lake Port Square, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life! Lake Port Square is actively looking for a hospitality-minded Administrative Assistant to join our growing team!
The Administrative Assistant facilitates the efficient operation of the Dining Department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES:
1. Answers and transfers phone calls, screening when necessary. Provides back-up support to receptionist area when needed.
2. Welcomes and directs residents, employees and visitors to the Dining Department.
3. Maintains filing system as assigned.
4. Retrieves information as requested from records, email, minutes, and other related documents; prepares written summaries of data when needed.
5. Drafts communication for department manager and distributes accordingly.
6. Responds to and resolves administrative inquiries and questions.
7. Coordinates and schedules travel, meetings, and appointments for managers and supervisors.
8. Prepares agenda and schedules for meetings.
9. Records and distributes minutes or other records for meetings.
10. Maintains office supplies and coordinates maintenance of office equipment.
11. Coordinates and plans events for the department while working with other key personnel in other departments (i.e. Marketing, Dining Services, etc.).
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
HOSPITALITY FOCUS:
Lake Port Square fully embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, we include the following hospitality promises as a guide for our interpersonal interactions with residents, co-workers, and guests:
1. We greet residents, employees and guests warmly, by name and with a smile.
2. We treat everyone with courteous respect.
3. We strive to anticipate resident, employee and guest needs and act accordingly.
4. We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.
5. We hold ourselves and one another accountable.
6. We embrace and value our differences.
7. We make residents, employees and guests feel important.
8. We ask “Is there anything else I can do for you?”
9. We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.
10. We pay attention to details.
WELLNESS FOCUS:
Lake Port Square employees are expected to promote a healthy community culture for all residents and employees. This is a whole-person approach to health and wellness which includes eight dimensions of wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual and Vocational. Through these efforts we can ensure and exceed residents’ wellness needs relating to their mind, body and soul, which may also have a positive effect on the employees, as a result.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree preferred.
Proven ability with computer and communication skills.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products.
Minimum two years’ experience in an office or other professional environment as an administrative worker.
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Other facts
About Life Care Services
The Cypress is Charlotte’s premier Life Plan Community, sitting on 65 sun-kissed acres in the heart of beautiful South Park. Throughout The Cypress’ history, our goal has always been to give our residents the best of everything. That includes an inspired lifestyle filled with activities and amenities, a variety of wellness opportunities, world-class healthcare, and financial stability from owning a home.
As a Life Plan Community, The Cypress is uniquely equipped to meet the different health care needs of its residents, from the most independent and able to those requiring more advanced levels of care. Every detail surrounding our healthcare model has been carefully considered to best ensure that residents can continue to experience the rich, full lives they deserve, even as their medical needs change. Located on campus, The Stewart Health Center is a Medicare-certified facility offering assisted living options, 24-hour skilled nursing care and dementia care for rehabilitative and long-term care programs, short-term recuperation and respite services for all Cypress residents.
When you work at The Cypress, you can see the difference your efforts make. Help or interact with a member once, and you’ve literally made a friend forever. If you’re interested in doing important work in a supportive, employee-friendly environment, please explore our current job opportunities: www.thecypressofcharlotte.com/careers/
What you'll do
- The Administrative Assistant facilitates the efficient operation of the Dining Department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include answering phone calls, welcoming visitors, maintaining filing systems, and coordinating meetings and events.
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