Facility Admin Assistant
Job Description
Facility Admin Assistant
Location: Magrath, AB
Competition #: MAG.26.011
Employment Type: Part-Time, Permanent
As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.
The Opportunity
Location
Good Samaritan Garden Vista
37 East and 2nd Avenue North, Magrath, AB
(35 km south of Lethbridge)
Employment Type
Permanent Part Time 0.59 FTE
Hours of Work
0800-1430
Expected Start Date
July 13, 2026
Wages
$22.61-$29.43
Employee Group
Terms AB Non – Union
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will use your expert scheduling, time management and organizational skills to promote the smooth and efficient running of administrative processes within the facility. You will take the lead in scheduling facility staff, ensuring adequate relief coverage and complete documentation of all scheduling activities and communications.
Educational Qualifications
Office Administration diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience or,
4 years experience in a progressively responsible office administrative/clerical support role
Work Experience
Considerable experience in administrative/secretarial functions with demonstrated ability in the areas of initiative, independent function and a knowledge of Facility Management functions
Health and/or nonprofit sector administrative/secretarial function experience
Experience working with the elderly preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Broad knowledge of business practices, techniques and procedures, a high level of competency in the English language, word processing, document presentation and proofreading, spreadsheet (Excel) creation and maintenance, and the ability to determine priority of duties, coordinate, and communicate effectively.
Computer skills, include Care Organizer, Scheduling, Great Plains Accounting Software, Purchasing System
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to deal effectively with conflict in a diplomatic and professional manner
Adept at written and oral communication with internal and external customers
Exhibit an open and sincere approach by demonstrating respect and compassion for everyone equally
Demonstrate flexibility by changing routine to accommodate client/resident needs
Accept, implement and evaluate change with a positive attitude
Maintain an individual’s dignity and self worth
Excellent active listening skills
Requirements:
A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.
Internal Closing Date: July 2, 2026
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, existing GSS/GSC staff will be given priority.
Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
