Psychology Administrative Assistant

The University of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alberta's Counselling & Clinical Services (CCS) is seeking an Administrative Assistant who will often be the first point of contact for students seeking support, helping create a welcoming and supportive environment.

Based at North Campus in Edmonton, this in-person role works with a collaborative team of psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, doctoral residents and practicum students to keep the clinic operating smoothly and deliver compassionate, professional

Job description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Counselling & Clinical Services (CCS) is a mental health clinic with a strong team culture and a shared commitment to student well-being. As an Administrative Assistant, you will often be the first point of contact for students seeking support, helping create a welcoming and supportive environment.

You will work alongside a collaborative team of four administrative staff to ensure the clinic operates smoothly and students receive compassionate, professional support. This role involves managing competing priorities in a busy environment, responding to students in distress with empathy and composure, learning new systems and processes, and using strong organizational and problem-solving skills to support the team and daily operations.

Reporting to the Director of CCS, you will join an interdisciplinary clinic of psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, doctoral residents and practicum students.