Administrative Services Assistant | Mental Health and Substance Use

Interior Health; Vernon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Vernon is seeking a relief part-time Administrative Services Assistant. You'll support Mental Health and Substance Use programs by providing efficient reception and administrative services. Responsibilities include client scheduling, data entry, and maintaining medical supplies. A Grade 12 education and relevant office administration certification are required, along with strong organizational skills and a valid BC Driver’s License. This role offers a competitive benefits package in a beautiful region of Canada.

Benefits

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education opportunities

Employer paid vacation

Extended health & dental coverage

Municipal Pension Plan

Work-life balance

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• One year of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current valid BC Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient reception and administrative services.
• Handle client scheduling, data entry, and preparation of reports.
• Maintain medical/surgical supply inventories.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Typing speed of 40+ nwpm

Education

Grade 12

Certificate from a recognized office administration program

Job description

Position Summary

Vernon Health Centre has an exciting opportunity for a relief part‑time (0.50 FTE) Administrative Services Assistant to join their team! This position works dayshift Monday and Tuesday one week and then Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday alternating weeks.

What we offer

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work‑life balance
• Opportunities for career advancement

What Will You Work On?

As a Clerical Support team member, you will play a vital role in supporting the Mental Health and Substance Use programs by providing efficient reception and administrative services in accordance with Interior Health policies. Your responsibilities will include client scheduling, data entry, preparing routine correspondence and reports, responding to public and internal inquiries, and collecting fees. You will also support the clinical team by maintaining medical/surgical supply inventories, cleaning medical equipment, and coordinating the delivery of biologicals and other supplies. Your attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities will contribute to the seamless operation of the health unit and enhance the experience of clients and staff alike.

What should your application include?

• A 5‑minute typing test (40+ nwpm) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non‑supervised tests not accepted). Click here for testing details.
• An office administration certificate from a recognized institution.
• Your Resume outlining one year of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and on‑call, casual work (i.e. days of the week).

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Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience

• Grade 12
• Certificate from a recognized office administration certificate program
• One year recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current valid BC Driver’s License.
• Ability to type at 40 nwpm