Bilingual Administrative Assistant

Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca•North Bay, ON

1d•CA$23 - CA$28•Hybrid

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant will act as the first point of contact for clients, and the community at large, in the performance of reception and administrative responsibilities in support of program and sites. They will provide administrative and clerical services to support program and site operations and facilitate effective communication in the workplace. The Administrative Assistant contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of their program, division and site through effective communication and collaboration. They have strong time management, organization, multitasking, written and verbal communication skills. They act as a resource to team members, and back-up to other members of the Agency’s administrative support team.

Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years of related work experience.
Experience in providing administrative and clerical support.
Strong software skills using the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Outlook).
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
Great organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to multitask.
Excellent time management and communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to workplace health and safety, with a willingness to contribute and lead in the culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events for clients and their families/caregivers, colleagues, other community members and yourself.
Demonstrates professionalism in dealing with highly confidential information and situations.
Proof of eligibility to work in Canada
A valid class G Ontario driver’s licence and use of a reliable motor vehicle; insurability on Agency vehicle insurance policy
Clear Police Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search
Bilingualism (French/English) is required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of agency programs and resources available in the community an asset.

Responsibilities

Act as the first point of contact for clients and the community.
Perform reception and administrative responsibilities in support of program and sites.
Provide administrative and clerical services to support program and site operations.
Facilitate effective communication in the workplace.
Contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of their program, division and site through effective communication and collaboration.
Act as a resource to team members.
Provide back-up to other members of the Agency’s administrative support team.