PROGRAM ASSISTANT II - TORONTO

Canadian Hearing Services • Toronto, ON

4d • CA$48,002 - CA$48,002 • Onsite

About The Position

Canadian Hearing Services (CHS) has an opening for a Program Assistant II based in Toronto. Reporting to the Supervisor, Hearing Healthcare Client Accounts, the Program Assistant II is responsible for assisting the region by providing reception, administrative, and program support. The incumbent will provide information in response to public inquiries for all programs and cover other neighboring locations within GTA.
This is a Temporary 10 month, full-time contract onsite position working Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Canadian Hearing Services (“CHS”) is the leading provider of services and products that enable Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians to overcome barriers to participation. It is the largest and only Accredited organization of its kind in North America. Building on its 86-year history following a remarkable and ambitious turnaround, CHS is a modern, progressive and professional organization well-positioned for growth both nationally and internationally. In 2021, CHS achieved Accreditation with Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada making it the first national organization serving Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians to earn this distinction.
CHS requires you to be legally eligible for employment in Canada (Proof of legal ability to work in Canada will be required if a contingent offer of employment is made.)
COVID-19 considerations: Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Please note that as per the terms of our Collective Agreement, qualifying internal candidates will be considered first. External candidates will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), CHS will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request.
CANADIAN HEARING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION HIRING PROCESS FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING APPLICANTS.

Requirements

• Post-secondary diploma in Office or Business Administration.
• 2-3 years’ related experience, preferably in a Hearing Healthcare setting and/or medical office.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite, Internet, and database applications.
• Intermediate accounting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Sense of urgency.
• Ability to handle a pressurized environment.
• Ability to manage a varied workload with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Legally eligible for employment in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the region by providing reception, administrative, and program support.
• Providing information in response to public inquiries for all programs.
• Covering other neighboring locations within GTA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree