Office & HR Coordinator

**Position Title**:Office & HR Coordinator **Position Status**:Contract with potential to go Perm **Position Reports to**:Office & Employment Mentoring Program Manager **Company Profile** Founded in 2004, Jake’s House is a Provincially and Federally funded Canadian charity with a mission to provide meaningful support to families living with autism across the country. Recognizing that more than any other single issue, families dealing with autism need a community, Jake’s House is committed to growing a strong network of people who understand and care - a family, determined to provide tangible solutions at every stage of life. In addition to growing a caring, committed community, Jake’s House offers a continuum of structured services to provide practical help today and lasting hope for tomorrow. Through four strategic offerings - social events for the whole family; mentoring programs for youth; employment opportunities for young adults; and housing for the aging population - Jake’s House supports individuals on the spectrum throughout their entire lifespans. Through these events and services, as well as other strategic initiatives, Jake’s House strives to empower individuals with autism; offer their caregivers support and respite; raise awareness; share resources; and build a caring community. Jake’s House is dedicated to delivering assistance to those who need it right now, while also determined to establish a support system for future generations. **Job Overview** **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Answering mainline incoming calls and directing them to appropriate staff. - Monitor and maintain office supplies inventory. - Oversee general office space management for organizational effectiveness. - Contribute and attend various organizational events outside of regular office hours. - Post open positions through various online career platforms - Screen resumes and conduct initial phone interviews - Schedule interviews coordinating with appropriate managers - Assembly of new hire packages for orientation - Provide support in the research and planning of HRIS systems - Assist in the review of HR processes - Perform data entry and other clerical assignments as needed **REQUIRED SKILLS AND EDUCATION** - Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources or equivalent - Must possess excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) - Must be a critical thinker and fast learner - Ability to analyse, model and interpret data - Accuracy and attention to detail - Ability to plan, prioritize and manage time - Ability to work in a fast-paced demanding environment and manage multiple priorities **IDEAL CANDIDATES (CULTURE FIT)** - Kind and empathetic, understanding the families we support always come first - Go-getter with a positive attitude, entrepreneurial spirit, and an eagerness to wear many hats - Self-motivated, proactive, resourceful, and results-driven; little supervision required to achieve goals - Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills - Thrives in fast-growing, dynamic environments; able to multi-task on concurrent projects - Positive, energetic, enthusiastic, passionate - Committed, disciplined - Compassionate, caring, understanding, genuine, strong 'family values" Jake’s House is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating inclusive working environments for all employees. **Job Types**: Full-time, Contract Contract length: 8 weeks Pay: $17.00-$18.00 per hour Expected hours: 8 per week Schedule: - 8 hour shift Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON Application deadline: 2021-09-04 Expected start date: 2021-09-13