Administrative Assistant I, CAPABLE - Full-time
VON Canada
New Minas, NS-
Number of positions available : 1
- Salary To be discussed
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Permanent job
- Published on October 29th, 2024
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Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible
Description
Requisition Details:\u00A0
Employment Status: Regular, Full-time\u00A0(1.0 FTE)
Program Name: CAPABLE Program
Work Schedule: Days
Biweekly Hours:75
On Call:\u00A0No
Location: Hybrid remote; the successful candidate will work from home with occasional travel required within the Province of Nova Scotia
Job Summary:\u00A0
The Administrative Assistant I is responsible for administrative support functions to assist VON in providing quality service to the public. The position acts as a resource for the site management team and other team members in the office by collecting and responding to incoming correspondence, creating and formatting documents, and other related job functions.\u00A0
This role will support the\u00A0Community\u00A0Aging in\u00A0Place,\u00A0Advancing\u00A0Better\u00A0Living for\u00A0Elders (or\u00A0CAPABLE) program, which aims to enhance the functional mobility, independence, and safety of economically disadvantaged adults aged 65 and above who remain independent and in their own homes.
Key Responsibilities may include:
Employment Status: Regular, Full-time\u00A0(1.0 FTE)
Program Name: CAPABLE Program
Work Schedule: Days
Biweekly Hours:75
On Call:\u00A0No
Location: Hybrid remote; the successful candidate will work from home with occasional travel required within the Province of Nova Scotia
Job Summary:\u00A0
The Administrative Assistant I is responsible for administrative support functions to assist VON in providing quality service to the public. The position acts as a resource for the site management team and other team members in the office by collecting and responding to incoming correspondence, creating and formatting documents, and other related job functions.\u00A0
This role will support the\u00A0Community\u00A0Aging in\u00A0Place,\u00A0Advancing\u00A0Better\u00A0Living for\u00A0Elders (or\u00A0CAPABLE) program, which aims to enhance the functional mobility, independence, and safety of economically disadvantaged adults aged 65 and above who remain independent and in their own homes.
Key Responsibilities may include:
- Responds to any general inquiries including answering telephone calls and ensuring staff, volunteers, clients and visitors are greeted and directed to the appropriate resource in a friendly courteous manner.
- Responds to messages from the answering service as required.
- Greets and directs all in-office visitors and in-coming calls.
- Ensures incoming and outgoing correspondence is distributed accordingly and in a timely manner.
- Responsible for the mail pick-up and drop off.
- Answers general inquiries regarding the VON organization with informed and satisfactory responses.
- Distributes departmental mail, including mail outs, postal meter, and internal departmental mail.
- Schedules and organizes meetings and appointments as requested.
- Prepares all general correspondences, memos, forms, minutes, brochures, invitations, staff lists, reports and other documents as directed.
- Assists in the production of newsletters (including collection of material, typing/formatting and photocopying/printing) and in standardizing processes and forms.
- Manages filing systems for all client, personnel and general files, ensuring accuracy, security and confidentiality.
- Updates policies/procedures and manuals as required.
- Inputs relevant information and produce reports, statistics and data as directed for the efficient operation of the function.
- Orders supplies, receives and maintains an inventory of required supplies.
- Collaborates with teams for to organize logistics for special projects, events and seminars.
- Receives and receipts donation, and bill payments.
- Prepares bank deposits.\u00A0
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education, Designations and Experience:
- Post-secondary education in office administration, office information technology or a related field or related relevant experience
- Customer service training an asset
- Proficiency in Windows OS and MS Office Suite programs
- Experience with scheduling software and Cognos is considered an asset
- Experience with a unionized environment is considered an asset.
Skill Requirements:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Excellent customer service skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Able to work both independently and within a team
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Other:
- Criminal records and vulnerable sector check
- The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required
Work conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.
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Work experience (years)
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