Administrative Assistant- Canada Summer Job Program - 2025

This summer student opportunity is available within the Good Shepherd NonProfit Housing Department.

Reporting to the Director of Tenant & Housing Services the Summer Student Admin enhances the dignity and quality of life of our clients visitors and staff by responding in a timely and respectful manner to requests for information from tenants and staff.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Answer and direct calls; manage incoming/outgoing mail.
• Support with faxes photocopying and distributing housing applications.
• Receive process and update housing applications and waiting lists.
• Maintain filing systems for tenants maintenance and buildings.
• Prepare tenant notices and correspondence in line with the Residential Tenancies Act.
• Support Maintenance and Property Managers with letters and reports.
• Assist with annual income verifications.
• Process Service Requests into work orders for the Maintenance Manager.
• Generate maintenance reports from the Arcori system.
• Collaborate to strengthen the housing department team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Tenant & Housing Services.

What Youll Bring to Our Team

• Minimum postsecondary education or equivalent
• CPR certification or willingness to be certified is also required

• Excellent verbal and written communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills with experience in Excel Word and other Property Management software.
• Ability to multitask with a focus on attention to detail.

• Hospitable in dealings with clients/public / volunteers / staff and other key stakeholders.
• Available and responsive to the needs of others demonstrating a respectful and compassionate demeanor
• Observe all Good Shepherd health and safety rules.

Hiring Criteria the following criteria is established by Canada Summer Job:

This temporary fulltime position is funded by Service Canada for youth between the ages of 15 to 30 years of age.

• Applicants may be more than 30 years of age at the end of the employment period as long as they were 30 at the beginning of the employment period.
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
• As per the Summer Canada Jobs Program criteria:
  • International students are not eligible participants. International students include anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
  • Youth awaiting a refugee status ruling as well as those who hold a temporary visitor visa youth visa or work visa are ineligible.

Embark on a rewarding journey this summer with Good Shepherd where you not only enhance your professional skills but also make a meaningful impact in the community. Here youll gain handson experience in a supportive and dynamic environment work alongside seasoned professionals and develop skills that will set you apart in your future career.

Our commitment to your growth and development is matched by our dedication to serving those in need.

Apply today and transform your potential into action while contributing to a cause that makes a difference every day.

Good Shepherd a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God is an equal opportunity employer operating within an antiracist and antioppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.

Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations please contact Human Resources at.

Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.