Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 4:00pm.

The Library Assistant aids the Director of Library Services in the management and operation of the library. The primary duties include helping patients and/or staff locate books, checking books in and out at the front desk and shelving books according to their categorization. This position reports to the Director of Library Services.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Opens and closes the library according to schedule and policies.
• Checks library materials in/out and shelves returned items. Straightens the library shelves.
• Answers library phone and performs administrative tasks, including making copies, filing, etc.
• Assists library patrons in locating materials, using the computers and printing.
• Demonstrates the ability to use LibraryWorld to register patron borrowers.
• Monitors all library equipment including computers.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must have the ability to function optimally in a stressful environment, and the ability to remain calm in emotionally charged situations.
• Moderate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of Programs.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Past experience in customer service, preferred.
• CPR BLS certification and CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification, after hire and before assignment to patient care.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, and transport library materials (up to 25 lbs).
• Must be able to reach materials on high and low shelves.
• Ability to walk, bend, and possibly climb stairs as needed.

Silver Hill Hospital (“SHH”) is fully committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all present employees as well as for applicants in all phases of the employment process (recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination). Therefore, except in any cases of bona fide occupational qualification or need, SHH will act without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, past/present history of mental disorder, intellectual disability, physical or learning disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable law, (unless it is shown by supervisory personnel that a disability prevents performance of the work involved or may result in undue hardship) in all aspects of the employment process and relationship. This policy is based on the understanding that an applicant can handle the job requirements. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

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