Receptionist

YMCA; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Ontario is seeking a Receptionist to create a welcoming environment and perform clerical duties for the Health and Wellness department. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, knowledge of office procedures, and skills with Microsoft Office. This position values cultural awareness and requires a recent Criminal Record Check. Applications from candidates of Aboriginal descent are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the structure of First Nation, culture, and traditions.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid within probationary period.
• Acceptable recent Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment by greeting and directing visitors.
• Perform clerical office duties to support the Health and Wellness department.
• Answer and refer telephone calls and emails.

Skills

Knowledge of general office procedures

Skilled with office equipment and computers

Basic financial literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Application Deadline Date: October 07, 2025

Responsibilities

The Receptionist is responsible for creating a welcoming environment by greeting, informing and directing visitors and employees in a warm, courteous professional manner. In this role, you would find yourself performing a wide variety of clerical office duties to support the Health and Wellness department. Duties include, but are not limited to, answering and referring telephone calls and e-mails, photocopying, monitoring and ordering supplies, and distributing incoming mail and coordinating outgoing mail and courier services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Skilled with office equipment, computers and various software including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel
• Knowledge of the structure of First Nation, culture and traditions
• Knowledge of inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment
• Basic financial literacy
• Acceptable recent Criminal Record Check
• CPR First Aid or ability to obtain within probationary period

Equivalencies that include a combination of education and experience may be considered.

How to Apply

Submit cover letter – must address the qualifications outlined with resume.

Drop off or mail to: Administration Office, Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, 135 Lakeshore Blvd. Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario, N0H 2T0. Identify position applied for on outside of the envelope. Fax: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]. For more information or to obtain a copy of the job description, please visit our website https://www.nawash.ca/employment-opportunities/ or call the Band Office at 519.534.1689

Notes

All applications are appreciated; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted. Preference will be given to CNUFN Band Members and those of Aboriginal descent who identify at time of application. While COVID-19 vaccinations are not currently mandatory, they are encouraged for the safety of all employees, clients and community as a whole; a policy is in place, and accommodations are provided for those unvaccinated. Due to the nature of positions, a recent acceptable Criminal Record and/or Vulnerable Sector Check may be requested and paid by the Employer.

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