Office Assistant, MHSU

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in Campbell River is seeking an Office Assistant for Campbell River Mental Health & Addiction Services. The role provides clerical support to clinical staff, types and formats documents, and maintains client records related to admissions, discharges, and transfers.

It also provides site-specific receptionist duties such as answering inquiries, greeting clients and booking appointments.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduation, plus additional courses in Microsoft Office.
• One year of recent related clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience preferred working with adults and youth with mental health and substance use issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support services to the clinical staff and service.
• Types and formats a variety of documents and maintains client records relating to admission, discharge and transfers.
• Provides site-specific receptionist services including answering general inquiries, greeting clients and booking appointments.

Skills

Typing 55 wpm

Education

Grade 12 graduation + Microsoft Office courses

Job description

Campbell River Mental Health & Addiction Services (CRMHAS) - Campbell River, BC V9W 2C6 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$26.42 - $28.25

Paid FTE

n/a

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

n/a

Planned Start Date

Aug. 11 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Coordinator, Administrative Services; Manager or designate the Office Assistant provides clerical support services to the clinical staff and service. Types and formats a variety of documents and maintains client records relating to admission, discharge and transfers. Provides site-specific receptionist services including answering general inquiries, greeting clients and booking appointments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12 graduation, plus additional courses in Microsoft Office, plus one year of recent related clerical experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Experience preferred working with adults and youth with mental health and substance use issues.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to type 55 words per minute.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Application (e.g. Word, Outlook, Excel and Access)
• Ability to operate related office equipment, e.g., photocopier, facsimile
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work as a member of a client-focused team.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous manner.
• Ability to act with discretion and maintain confidentiality.