Indefinite Contract, six (6)-month probationary period.
Under the supervision of Manager of Mental Wellness & Addictions the Administrative Assistant is responsible to provide overall administrative support to Mental Wellness (S5/Psychological Services) & Addictions (ARS) of KSCS. Under general supervision, independently applies learned skills and knowledge associated with administrative tasks to complete diverse, moderately complex assignments within defined policy and according to objectives.
Provides administrative support to Mental Wellness (S5/Psychological Services) & Addictions Team and Clinical Supervisors
Ensures that administrative guidelines are interpreted correctly and followed by staff.
Types and drafts: letters, memos, reports, and prepares Power Point presentations when required.
Prepares layouts for pamphlets, creating binders and packages for participants, etc.
Photocopies and files documents in the appropriate areas for Mental Wellness & Addictions.
Drafts, designs forms needed by employees of both programs.
Circulates memos and information upon requests to employees.
Assists in the development and maintenance of tools, literature, and other publications which promotes Mental Wellness & Addiction programs.
Prepares agenda, takes and prepares the minutes for meetings, working groups, etc. as needed.
Prepares, facilitates and follows up on meetings/conferences administrative requirements.
Assists in organizing/coordinating training events.
Participates in all Staff meetings/workshops/conferences or sits on committees relevant to area of employment.
Assists staff in maintaining records of the expenses and budgets for programs.
Assists in preparing and processing Purchase Orders, Cash Disbursement, Independent Services Contracts, etc.
Reviews requisition forms for clinical supervisors’ signature, adherence to administrative requirements, and purchasing special equipment requirements.
Assists in the preparation of year-end reports in particular individual and group statistics.
Provides file retrieval and information services.
Classifies, indexes and files materials such as records, reports, time sheets, correspondence and technical documents.
Provides logistical support to the Mental Wellness & Addictions teams (i.e. acts as point of contact for internal logistical requirements, such as training on new timesheets etc.).
Maintains a location plan of staff members’ work stations and makes necessary arrangements to ensure that they have the proper administrative equipment to perform his/her roles.
Provides a purchasing service by verifying needs, and coordinates supplies and equipment.
When requested, research information relevant to the needs of the clients, topics, discussions or agenda items. (i.e. Medicines, Traditional Services, and Identify workshops).
May be requested to assist with KSCS validation activities.
Provides scheduling support to Mental Wellness (S5/Psychological Services/ARS)& Addictions.
Reviews, tracks and maintains the scheduling and time for staff members.
Maintains records of Mental Wellness & Addictions staff vacation requests.
Assist Clinical Supervisors to tabulate monthly staff balances on timesheets.
Assists in the promotion of the day to day programs & projects of Mental Wellness (S5)& Addictions.
Assists in maintaining, planning and/or developing projects within the program.
Carries out promotional activities for the program projects whenever possible.
Assists in carrying out and attending activities for the program whenever possible.
Assists in the preparation of internal and external communications for Mental Wellness.
Liaise with all other KSCS components on behalf of Mental Wellness & Addictions.
D.E.P. in Secretarial Studies plus one (1) to three (3) years relevant experience.
Or
Minimum High School Diploma plus three (3) to five (5) years relevant experience.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize work as new demands surface.
Excellent knowledge of computer and programs (MS Word, Excel etc.).
Ability to multitask and possesses good decision-making skills.
Ability to work under pressure due to the work requirements.
Experience in minute taking and transcribing.
Knowledge of project development.
Ability to deal with moderate to high stress.
Ability to converse with clients.
Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Basic budgeting skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours to participate in KSCS activities.
Lifestyle must reflect that of a positive role model.
Moderate stress with some periods of high stress.
Kahnawake Shakotiia’takehnhas Community Services
PO BOX 1440
Kahnawake, Quebec
J0L1B0
humanresources@kscskahnawake.ca