Global Hola
Virtual Assistant - Part-time
This role supports a private pay counseling practice specializing in services for couples, teens, and high-achieving individuals struggling with personal challenges such as anxiety and depression. The ideal candidate will handle client intake, lead follow-up, and administrative support while also contributing to basic social media management. This position requires strong communication skills, responsiveness, and the ability to represent a premium service with professionalism and care. Candidates with experience in healthcare or counseling environments and familiarity with HIPAA compliance are highly preferred.
Work schedule
- Part-time, 20 hours per week
- Monday to Friday, daytime hours aligned with Eastern Time Zone (ET)
Responsibilities:
- Manage inbound client leads and inquiries, including prompt follow-up via phone calls, voicemails, and emails to nurture prospective clients
- Organize and categorize client leads, maintaining an up-to-date and accurate intake database
- Coordinate general administrative tasks including scheduling assistance and correspondence management
- Support social media presence by managing existing Facebook and YouTube accounts, and contributing to content creation and posting to increase local outreach
- Assist with basic data assessment of lead trends and follow-up effectiveness to support business development
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere strictly to HIPAA and data privacy requirements
- Collaborate with therapists and management to support practice growth and operational efficiency
- Update and organize digital files, notes, and client information with attention to detail and privacy standards
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Healthcare Administration, Psychology, or related field preferred
- Minimum 2 years experience in virtual assistance, preferably supporting healthcare or counseling practices
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and previous work in healthcare settings strongly preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft 365, QuickBooks, CRM tools, and social media platforms (especially Facebook and YouTube)
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated ability to provide empathetic and professional client interactions by phone and email
- Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a strong commitment to confidentiality and compliance
Computer/laptop
Processor: Intel Core i5 or higher
RAM: 8GB or higher
Storage: 256GB SSD or higher Operating
System: Windows 10 or macOS
Display: 13-inch or larger screen size with a resolution of 1920x1080 or higher
Battery Life: Minimum of 8 hours
Internet
10 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload
Accessories
Webcam
Noise-canceling headset with mic
Work set-up
Professional/presentable background
Quiet and distraction-free area