*NEW* Program Assistant {NU MH-26-064}

Department: Ontario Early Childhood Educators’ (ECE) Grants

The Ontario Early Childhood Educators’ (ECE) Grant Program is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Education and the Federal Government’s Early Childhood Workforce Agreement to help reduce the shortage of qualified Early Childhood Educators within the childcare sector. The education grant is available to cover tuition fees associated with studying in a recognized Early Childhood Education diploma program.

Reporting to the Director of the ECE GAP, the Program Assistant will contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of funding to eligible applicants, with direct daily support from the Program Supervisor.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Receiving, and processing incoming grant applications including data entry and validating eligibility
• Supporting the payment transfer process
• Participating in routine correspondence with team members, members of the public
• Additional administrative duties within the team and across the Kirkwood campus as needed, such as meeting support or payroll

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

• Post-secondary education in Office Administration, Medical Administration, or a related field required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an administrative role required
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to adapt quickly and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated diplomacy, professionalism, and previous customer service experience
• Ability to adhere to applicable privacy legislation and exercise discretion when handling confidential information
• Proficiency in data entry, with a high degree of accuracy
• Advanced computer skills, including thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail
• Commitment to contribute to a workplace culture supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Demonstrated commitment to ensure your safety, the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors and the ability to support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in our organization
• Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.

NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER