Administrative Assistant - Winnipeg, Canada - St

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

This is a term position until December 31, with possibility of extension

Position Summary and Scope of Service:

Reporting to the Manager of Clinical Services, the Administrative Assistant provides services in accordance with the "Mission" and "Values" of St.

Amant, policies and procedures of the service area, external legislation and all relevant professional standards of practice.

The Administrative Assistant is familiar with and promotes a "customer service focus" in the provision of services to clients, staff and in other professional relationships.

The Administrative Assistant participates in continuous quality improvement activities, including contributing to the development, modification and implementation of service area goals, objectives, policies, procedures and standards. The Administrative Assistant provides support to staff and service area managers in a variety of administrative functions relating to the operation of the assigned service area.
The Administrative Assistant performs all duties professionally, ethically and with integrity. The Administrative Assistant takes an active role and personal responsibility for continuous learning to promote knowledge and best practices. The Administrative Assistant participates in staff development opportunities and is familiar with and adheres to all policies related to risk management and promotes and follows all safe, healthy and respectful workplace practices.

Qualifications:

Educational:

Grade XII diploma or certificate
Knowledge of medical terminology is an asset

Professional:

Previous experience as an administrative assistant or secretary
Previous experience working in a healthcare setting

PowerPoint, Publisher, Access, and Outlook

Experience creating and handling large, complex databases
Proficient in the use of the full range of modern office equipment
Experience performing a wide range of administrative/secretarial tasks
Experience with complex record keeping and file systems

functions, procedures, and techniques including the ability to compose correspondence, take minutes, produce large volumes of accurate and attractive documentation/materials

Strong organizational and communication skills (written and oral)
Demonstrated ability in developing relationships with clients and staff that are supportive and educational, and that reflect St.

Amant Mission and Values

General knowledge of Children's disAbility Services, Community Living disAbility Services and/or The Department of Education within Manitoba is an asset

Personal:

Organized, professional and able to maintain effective interactions at all levels
Selfmotivated, confident, creative, innovative, productive, positive, energetic and

collaborative

Strong interest in process improvement; commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning
Demonstrated confidential and ethical behaviour in the performance of all responsibilities
Effective prioritization practices, efficient work methods that support due dates and required timeframes
Ability to use good judgment in recognizing scope of authority
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexible and able to work within a nonconventional schedule when this is of benefit to the assigned service area
Ability to identify high risk situations and respond appropriately
Ability to demonstrate behaviour consistent with the Mission and Values of St.

Amant

Ability to work harmoniously and contribute to effective employee and team relationships
Ability to effectively manage variable stressors typically encountered in the workplace
Projects a professional image
Physically able to perform the duties of the position

Duties and Responsibilities:

Program/Service Support**:

Under the coordination of the Manager of Case Management, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative support consistent with the Mission, Values, policies, principal functions and priorities of St.

Amant.

Duties include:

Responsible for the compilation, organization, and dissemination of clinical and administrative data related to the service area and assisting in the preparation of reports and presentations in a variety of formats
Responsible for organizing, creating and maintaining databases and electronic and paper file systems
Organizes, prioritizes and ensures the delivery of effective, timely, courteous and

professional services

Assists management with process improvements related to the effective delivery of services
Organizes and maintains mailboxes and collects, sorts and distributes mail in the assigned service area
In conjunction with IT Services, provides support and basic instruction for the use of

computers, telephones and other office technology

Arranges for maintenance of basic office equipment including photocopiers, fax machine, printers, scanners and laminator
Works on a variety of communication related projects as a