Administrative Assistant 1

4 weeks ago

Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $24.05/Hr. - CAD $31.57/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as an Administrative Assistant 1 with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for an Administrative Assistant 1 to join the Mental Health Service Unit Administrative team. Apply today to join our team

As a Administrative Assistant 1 with Vancouver Coastal Health you will:

Reporting to the two Directors and Administrative Manager, Administrative Assistant 1 provides confidential administrative assistance and secretarial support programs/services throughout the applicable Community of Care (CoC) of Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). As the Administrative Assistant, you will manage the schedules and communications, arrange and attend meetings, and coordinate and organize events. Triages information of a sensitive and confidential nature, coordinates the flow of information, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of administrative services, and keeps the Director apprised of issues and activities. Interact primarily with director/managers and their administrative support staff throughout the CoC and across VCH to professionally represent the Director’s interests, share information, clarify details and answer questions. Work independently and communicates with internal and external stakeholders/customers in a manner that promotes positive and respectful relationships. Work flexibly as the day-to-day responsibilities change according to the department's needs. Quickly and effectively adapt to changes while also being well-organized and creative, have excellent time management skills and be able to act without guidance. Ultimately contribute to the efficiency of the department by providing personalized and timely support to executive members. One year temporary full-time with potential for extension.

Qualifications

Education & Experience 

Graduation from a recognized administrative assistant/secretarial post-secondary program. Three (3) years of senior administrative support experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must have advanced word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, desktop publishing, and database software skills and the ability to type a minimum of 60 .

Knwoledge & Abilities

Exercises considerable judgment, tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing and handling information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature. Liaises in a professional and courteous manner with managers/directors, staff and the public to gather and disseminate information. Communicates in a compelling, clear and understandable manner (both verbally and in writing) in order to represent the Director’s interests. Applies excellent time management skills to prioritize and complete assignments in a manner that optimizes departmental effectiveness and contributes to organizational success. Practices care and thoroughness when maintaining, monitoring, calculating and summarizing data, records and budget information. Collaborates with peers to ensure administrative systems and processes are consistently followed and monitored for effectiveness and that gaps are addressed and resolved when identified. Employs expertise in the use of desktop computer applications to create a variety of documents and presentations. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement


As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

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