Receptionist/admin Assistant

**Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families (Purpose Society)**

Receptionist/Administration Assistant

Work Site: 40 Begbie Street, New Westminster BC

**Salary**: $22.00

Hours: 35 hours per week, 8:30am - 4:30pm

**Who We Are**

Purpose Society is a community-based multi-service organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive programs for children, youth, and families. We focus on enhancing well-being, strengthening family functioning, and promoting personal responsibility through a client-centered approach. Our services are provided in a safe, respectful environment that values diversity and community connection.

**The Opportunity**

We are seeking a passionate and committed **Receptionist/Administration Assistant** to join our innovative team and make a meaningful difference in our community.

**In this role, you will**

Provide frontline reception and administrative support to ensure smooth office operations and excellent client service.

**What You'll Do**
- Answer telephone effectively and politely
- Perform word processing as requested
- Manage files and filing
- Maintain documentation systems
- Maintain various supplier accounts
- Sort and distribute incoming and posts outgoing mail daily
- Orders and format brochures and business cards, and manages inventory
- Ensure office supplies are ordered and kept adequately stocked
- Produce staff newsletter
- Distribute harm reduction supplies
- Interact with a variety of clients some of who are homeless, using substances, and/or suffering from a mental illness
- Assist staff with various projects as required
- Perform other tasks as required

**What We Are Looking For**
- Post-secondary education or training in office procedures such as a certificate/ diploma from a secretarial/computer technology school or community college
- One to two years experience working in an office environment, with responsibility for reception, word processing and basic accounting procedures
- Experience working in a busy social service setting, multitasking as required

**Technical Competencies**
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Publisher
- Knowledge of ACCPAC for Windows is an asset
- Knowledge of accounting procedures is an asset
- Strong ability to perform word processing and general office administration
- Filing and managing documentation systems
- Ordering and formatting printed materials; managing inventory
- Producing internal communications (e.g., newsletters)
- Familiarity with NVCI methods

**Soft Skills**
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Clear understanding of and adherence to professional boundaries
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Mentally resilient and able to handle challenges when working with marginalized populations
- Physically able to lift boxes up to 20 lbs.
- Effective multitasking abilities at a busy front desk

**Required**:

- 3 Professional references from supervisors
- Criminal record check
- Valid First Aid Certificate (OFA1 or equivalent)

**Why Work With Us**

Join our mission-driven organization and help create positive change in people's lives. By working with us, you'll be part of a dedicated team that:

- Provides essential services to vulnerable populations
- Fosters personal growth and healthy decision-making
- Contributes to community well-being in the Lower Mainland

Your work will directly support our programs, which are made possible through generous donations and community support. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic, values-driven team, the Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families is the place for you.

**How to Apply**

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Language**:

- Mandarin (preferred)

Work Location: In person