Administration, Program Assistant- Casual On Call

at  Lumenus Community Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or degree (social services field an asset) or a combination of education and experience that will meet the needs of the position.
• Previous volunteer or work experience within a not-for-profit organization preferred.
• Previous administrative support experience.
• Experience supporting/deescalating individuals in crisis.
• Familiarity with and sensitivity to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and within the community.
• Prior experience working with LGBTQ youth as well as youth who have mental health challenges.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Broad knowledge of not-for-profit organizations.
• Familiarity with and sensitivity to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and within the community.
• Ability to balance demands/priorities of workload, manage time effectively and operate within the framework of stated expectations.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of individuals including agency staff, external professionals and Lumenus clients.
• Ability to work effectively with children, youth and families to create a comfortable environment.
• Ability to influence others to resolve conflict and gain acceptance of new ideas.
• Strong interactive/communication (verbal and written), and Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ability to recognize situations or judgement calls that should be brought to management for resolution and decision-making.
• Developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed time management skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and sensitivity to confidential material.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills including use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Adobe).
• Fluency in both spoken/written French is an asset.
• Solid customer service mindset

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Satisfactory clearance under the Criminal Reference Check
• Access to reliable transportation to travel to various office sites
  TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to visit our website at https://lumenus.hiringplatform.ca/list/careers and submit their cover letter and resume on or before Novemebr 30, 2024
  We ask applicants to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner