Administrative Assistant

Givens Estates - Asheville, NC

Why join Givens? Givens Communities continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults. We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach. Givens Communities promotes inclusion and belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. We continuously look for innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources. Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

What you'll get:

• Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost


• Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program


• On-sight meal & uniform allowances


• Paid time off (PTO) w/ immediate access to 5 PTO days before your 90 days!


• Referral bonus program


• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching


• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities


• Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products


• Fast-growing nonprofit with tons of advancement opportunities


• Plus so much more!

Givens Estates, a continuing care retirement community in Asheville, NC, is hiring a Full-Time Administrative Assistant to assist with our Life Enrichment Department. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as administrative support for the whole Life Enrichment team, reporting directly to the Life Enrichment Director. This is a meaningful and vital position where you make a positive impact in the lives of our residents every day, while also being able to collaborate with all departments and gain valuable experience and a holistic view of our organization.

Schedule for this position will generally be from 8am-4pm, with some flexibility.

What you'll do:

• Answering phones, directing calls, and responding to emails


• Help manage the calendar, newsletter, and publications


• Oversee Community Engagement App and be the lead communicator for the residents/campus


• Perform data entry and manage office supplies


• Handle billing and campus mail


• Reaching out and communicating with external parties


• Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by an authorized supervisor

What you'll need:

• Minimum of a High School Education, GED equivalent preferred


• College degree preferred, but not required


• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required


• Show initiative within a fast-paced and team-oriented environment


• Experience working with older adults

Compensation: This position offers a compensation package aligned with market rates for similar roles, reflecting the value and impact within the organization. Specific salary details are pending final approval and will be updated in this posting when verified.

Still curious about what Givens is all about? It's kind of a long story, but at our core, we're a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC. We already have four communities (two life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.