Administrative Assistant

Job Posting #: 1864-24

Position Summary

The Administrative Assistant will act as the first point of contact for clients, and the community at large, in the performance of reception and administrative responsibilities in support of program and sites. They will provide administrative and clerical services to support program and site operations, and facilitate effective communication in the workplace. The Administrative Assistant contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of their program, division and site through effective communication and collaboration. They have strong time management, organization, multitasking, written and verbal communication skills. They act as a resource to team members, and back-up to other members of the Agency’s administrative support team.

Hours of Work

Casual relief

Location

• North Bay, ON
• Sturgeon Falls, ON

Hourly Rate/Salary

Minimum $20.63 to maximum $25.10 per hour

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Closing Date

This posting will remain open until the position has been filled

Qualifications

• Two (2) year college diploma in Office Administration
• Minimum of two (2) years of related work experience
• Experience in providing administrative and clerical support
• Knowledge of agency programs and resources available in the community an asset
• Strong software skills using the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Outlook)
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Great organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to multitask
• Excellent time management and communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety, with a willingness to contribute and lead in the culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events for clients and their families/caregivers, colleagues, other community members and yourself
• Demonstrate ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality
• Successful applicants will be required to provide:
  • proof of eligibility to work in Canada
  • a valid Ontario driver’s licence and use of a reliable motor vehicle; insurability on Agency vehicle insurance policy
  • clear Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search
• Preference will be given to bilingual (French/English) candidates

As a condition of employment, successful candidates are required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. Hands will engage in reasonable workplace accommodation, short of undue hardship, for any successful candidate who has a documented exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hands’ COVID-19 Vaccination Policy and associated Procedures can be found on our website: https://thefamilyhelpnetwork.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/COVID-19-Vaccination-Policy-and-Procedures-EN-R-10.20.21.pdf

Application Process

Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Hands offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by Hands regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please forward your resume and cover letter, quoting competition #1864-24 to:

Human Resources

Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca

391 Oak Street East

North Bay, Ontario P1B 1A3

resumes@handstfhn.ca