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Administrative Assistant I, Meals on Wheels - Temporary, Full-time
Recruiter / HR / Admin
#750564
Remote / WFH
VON Canada(ontario)
Job Description
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Designated paid holidays
Full job description
Requisition Details:
Employment Status: Temporary, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: Meals on Wheels
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Work Schedule: Days
Anticipated End Date: July 2027
On Call: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.
About us:
VON Canada is a not-for-profit organization providing home and community care services for over 125 years. Focusing on person-centred care, we provide the support people need and want, at home and in the community, so they can live healthier, happier lives surrounded by loved ones.
VON - At the heart of care.
About the role:
Are you passionate about health care and ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? This exciting opportunity is perfect for a detail-oriented administrative assistant who thrives in a collaborative setting. From welcoming clients and coordinating schedules to preparing documents and managing communications, your work will help ensure smooth day-to-day operations that allow our teams to focus on what they do best: caring for our clients.
What we offer:
Competitive salaries, vacation time, and paid statutory holidays
Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) for eligible employees and an Employee Assistance Program
Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution for eligible employees
Comprehensive orientation program
Gain experience with new health care technology
Opportunities for skill development, eLearning, and career advancement
What you'll do:
Act as a first point of contact for any general inquiries, including answering phone calls and ensuring staff, volunteers, clients, and visitors are greeted and directed to the appropriate resource in a friendly, courteous manner
Ensure incoming and outgoing correspondence is distributed
Schedule and organize meetings and appointments as requested
Prepare general correspondence, memos, minutes, invitations, reports, and other documents
Assist in the production of newsletters and in standardizing processes and forms
Manage filing systems for all clients, personnel, and general files, ensuring accuracy, security, and confidentiality
Input relevant information and produce reports, statistics, and data as directed
Order supplies, receive, and maintain an inventory of required supplies
Collaborate with teams to organize logistics for special projects, events, and seminars
Receive donations and bill payments, provide receipts, and prepare bank deposits
Perform other duties as assigned
What we’re looking for:
Post-secondary education in office administration or a related field, or relevant experience
Proficiency in Windows OS and MS Office Suite programs
Experience with scheduling software is considered an asset
Experience with a unionized environment is considered an asset
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multitask
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check or vulnerable sector check is required
VON Canada: Careers that fit your life. Join our team today!
A quick note: This posting is for recruitment purposes. Full job descriptions are available.
Working 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.
Pulled from the full job description
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Designated paid holidays
Full job description
Requisition Details:
Employment Status: Temporary, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: Meals on Wheels
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Work Schedule: Days
Anticipated End Date: July 2027
On Call: No
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.
About us:
VON Canada is a not-for-profit organization providing home and community care services for over 125 years. Focusing on person-centred care, we provide the support people need and want, at home and in the community, so they can live healthier, happier lives surrounded by loved ones.
VON - At the heart of care.
About the role:
Are you passionate about health care and ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? This exciting opportunity is perfect for a detail-oriented administrative assistant who thrives in a collaborative setting. From welcoming clients and coordinating schedules to preparing documents and managing communications, your work will help ensure smooth day-to-day operations that allow our teams to focus on what they do best: caring for our clients.
What we offer:
Competitive salaries, vacation time, and paid statutory holidays
Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) for eligible employees and an Employee Assistance Program
Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution for eligible employees
Comprehensive orientation program
Gain experience with new health care technology
Opportunities for skill development, eLearning, and career advancement
What you'll do:
Act as a first point of contact for any general inquiries, including answering phone calls and ensuring staff, volunteers, clients, and visitors are greeted and directed to the appropriate resource in a friendly, courteous manner
Ensure incoming and outgoing correspondence is distributed
Schedule and organize meetings and appointments as requested
Prepare general correspondence, memos, minutes, invitations, reports, and other documents
Assist in the production of newsletters and in standardizing processes and forms
Manage filing systems for all clients, personnel, and general files, ensuring accuracy, security, and confidentiality
Input relevant information and produce reports, statistics, and data as directed
Order supplies, receive, and maintain an inventory of required supplies
Collaborate with teams to organize logistics for special projects, events, and seminars
Receive donations and bill payments, provide receipts, and prepare bank deposits
Perform other duties as assigned
What we’re looking for:
Post-secondary education in office administration or a related field, or relevant experience
Proficiency in Windows OS and MS Office Suite programs
Experience with scheduling software is considered an asset
Experience with a unionized environment is considered an asset
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize and multitask
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check or vulnerable sector check is required
VON Canada: Careers that fit your life. Join our team today!
A quick note: This posting is for recruitment purposes. Full job descriptions are available.
Working 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.
