Program Assistant (226184)
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Job Summary
In accordance with the Vision Purpose Values and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (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 the Program Assistant provides support to a range of Programs within Mental Health and Substance Use projects and initiatives. Performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties such as managing Psychiatrist and/or clinical team appointment bookings with clients; maintaining files; typing letters and tables and data entry; photocopying; setting up meetings and taking minutes.
Utilizes a variety of personal computer application software such as Excel Access Word Power Point and related desktop publishing and graphics software to format/design run and maintain correspondence reports procedure manuals surveys newsletters web pages communications databases and spreadsheets from rough draft or as directed. Gathers and compiles information as required such as client information and statistics. Researches organizes and summarizes information for reports.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Training And Experience
- Grade 12 graduation.
- Office Administration Certificate including courses in word processing spreadsheet and database software.
- Three (3) years recent related administrative or secretarial experience in a similar environment.
- MHSU experience required.
- Or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to type 60 wpm.
- Demonstrated skills in MS Office including Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to apply knowledge of office practices and procedures.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to plan organize and prioritize.
- Business writing skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport with Psychiatrists and clinicians.
- Knowledge of general office procedures.
- Ability to analyze and resolve problems.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Requirements
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) is one of British Columbia’s five regional health authorities. With 20,000 employees and 1,900 physician partners, Island Health provides a comprehensive range of progressive health services to the 765,000 residents of Vancouver Island ... View more
