Administrative Assistant

at  Yorkville University

About Us:
We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, the self-starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are or how they learn. This concept connects deeply to the idea that, in choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change for so many people. It’s also a call-back to the transformative power of education itself. Seek a career that will challenge you to make a meaningful difference through work with a passionate, empowered team in an environment where your voice matters and your ideas are always important.
If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.
Who we need:
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support, reporting to the Director, Practicum Coordination. The successful candidate will demonstrate high levels of organization, attention to detail and excellent oral and written communication skills. This is a remote opportunity, operating during standard business hours of the province in which the successful candidate resides.

What you will do:

• Assist with coordination of submitting student hours to regulatory bodies.
• Provide administrative support to the Director of Practicum Coordination and the Practicum Coordinator team related to the completion of forms required by regulatory bodies.
• Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office, data management, and have the ability to quickly learn other software programs used in on-line learning.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively with a diverse population of graduate students in a professional training program in counselling psychology.
• Work effectively in a team environment and independently as needed.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. College diploma required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing support to professionals in a dynamic work environment.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and effectively managing large volumes of confidential paperwork.
• Possess strong organization and attention to detail skills
• Experience working in a counselling, human services or social service agency would be an asset.

What’s in it for you:

We provide a transformative, accessible and flexible higher education environment, our team shares a passion for learning, teaching, and growing. We nurture an inclusive, supportive, and diverse work environment throughout our three campus locations.

• Health Benefits
• Dental Coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Competitive Salary
• Fun, competitive, and challenging work environment
• Incentives and rewards
• Career growth
• Free Tuition for all Yorkville University Programs
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

What does the best of all worlds mean at Yorkville University:

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools, and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current, and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees - and ultimately our students- from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones.
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity, and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access.
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications, and programs - right up to our Doctorate offerings.
• An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of wellness services, and a work-life balance.

Join us:
We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express your interest now.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville Education Company and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community, and other equity-seeking groups.
Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (’AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify our People Team at 1-866- 467-0661

• Assist with coordination of submitting student hours to regulatory bodies.
• Provide administrative support to the Director of Practicum Coordination and the Practicum Coordinator team related to the completion of forms required by regulatory bodies.
• Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office, data management, and have the ability to quickly learn other software programs used in on-line learning.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively with a diverse population of graduate students in a professional training program in counselling psychology.
• Work effectively in a team environment and independently as needed