PROGRAM ASSISTANT

The Canadian Mental Health Association – Cochrane Timiskaming Branch (CMHA-CT) is currently recruiting a Program Assistant for its Kirkland Lake office.
In keeping with the Mission, Vision, Values of the CMHA-CT, the Program Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the CMHA-CT program teams by supporting the non-clinical functions of the programs and by acting as an interface between the clients, clinical staff, other service providers, healthcare providers, family members, and community partners.
The Program Assistant recognizes and respects the individuality and uniqueness of each client, including their needs, values, beliefs, and choices.
Qualifications:
1. Minimum Grade 12 diploma;
2. Diploma from a college-level secretarial arts program is preferred;
3. Knowledge of medical records procedures and medical terminology is preferred;
4. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel;
5. Demonstrated clerical skills;
6. Understanding of and ability to work within professional and ethical guidelines;
7. The ability to engage and work with a broad age group of clients with diverse and complex issues;
8. Highly effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
9. Ability to meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced, often pressured, environment;
10. The ability to provide services according to a work schedule determined by the employer and according to the needs of the individuals served.
11. Bilingualism, English and French is required.

Please refer the Job description for details