Administrative Representative Intake Worker - North York, Canada - YMCA of Greater Toronto
Description
Salary Rate:
$36,500 - Check out the YMCA's total compensation package
Location: 4580 Dufferin Street
Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Employment Type:
Contract Full Time Salaried (until March 31, 2024)
Number of Vacancies: 01
Anticipated Start Date:
February 12, 2024
Deadline to Apply:
January 31, 2024 by 5pm
Be the Spark Join our dynamic Employment & Community Team, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work
YMCA Employment and Community Programs provide a variety of employment, counselling, outreach, intervention, training and newcomer programs to youth and adults throughout the GTA.
For decades the YMCA of Greater Toronto has been a leader in supporting the settlement and integration of newcomers to the GTA.
The Newcomer Information Centre (NIC) is an in-person and online information and referral services organization where newcomers can access relevant information to make their settlement in Toronto an easier process.
The Administrative Representative is part of a diverse team helping newcomers find information and assisting with their settlement in Canada.
The position requires administrative support including entering member information into NIC database, providing general clerical support; and supporting senior staff with statistical reports.
The Administrative Representative provides translation/interpretation when needed; assisting newcomers make a smooth transition into CanadaIn this role, you will:
- Greet members with a warm and welcoming approach, assist them with the intake process; refer unregistered members to appropriate service providers or community agencies; provide translation/interpretation when needed.
- Provide members with an orientation to all services available at the Centre; instruct members in the use of equipment and software; assist members in the use of computers and other equipment to conduct information searches; troubleshoot common equipment problems (computer, printer, fax machine, telephones, photocopier, etc.)
- Perform data entry input and retrieval, ensuring the data is complete and accurate; maintain an organized, accurate member filing system; provide support in program statistical reports.
- Perform various administrative support duties such as ordering necessary office supplies and maintaining an accurate inventory of all program supplies and equipment; responsible for mailings, faxing and photocopying as required.
- Assist in maintaining staff bulletin boards, member displays and other communications, as per program standard; provide support to volunteer development.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you need to succeed:
- Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values
- Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
- YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter
You bring:
- Completion of postsecondary courses in related field
- Previous administrative/clerical work experience
- Knowledge of settlement services and community information resources an asset
- Experience and sensitivity dealing with members, staff and volunteers of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including visible and nonvisible dimensions of diversity
- Welldeveloped interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, community partners, staff and volunteers; excellent written communication skills.
- Flexibility regarding work location and hours, including evenings and Saturdays
- Ability to communicate in another language is an assess
- Flexibility regarding work location and hours, including evenings and Saturdays
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
Why work for the YMCA?
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.
We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work.
We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.
See what you can expect from the YMCA here.
Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors.
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