Administrative Assistant
Position Summary:
Covenant Care welcomes all who share a calling to serve those most in need.
We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person- body, mind and soul. The position of Administrative Assistant will commit to incorporate our mission, vision, and our values, which are Compassion, Collaboration, Respect, Social Justice, Integrity and Stewardship, and uphold our ethical traditions as foundational aspects in all actions and decision-making.
Reporting to the Resident Care Manager, the Administrative Assistant provides reception, administrative, scheduling / payroll services and works with the Resident Care Manager on receiving and responding to inquiries.
This position will:
Model the organizations mission, vision, and values, consistently representing Covenant professionally and positively
Collaborate effectively as a professional team player, supporting the achievement of Covenant’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Key Responsibilities
Provides administrative assistance and clerical services to the Resident Care Manager and Leadership team
Provides receptionist duties while working at front desk
Responsible for daily admission, discharge, and transfers of all residents
Fiscal Responsibilities such as managing petty cash and making deposits of food/ resident payments
Other duties as requested
Major Qualifications
Certificate in Administrative Assistant required
Two (2) years of secretarial/administrative experience required (In supportive living environment preferred)
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products and desktop publishing programs
Experience is Dayforce HRIS software is beneficial
Courteous in receiving and assisting residents, families, volunteer and visitors
Experience working with seniors is an asset
Ability to set priorities, self motivated, able to work under pressure and deal with people in a conflict situation Ability to maintain good working relations with staff, public and outside agencies
Effective written (including electronic) and verbal communication
Strong inter-personal skills
Flexibility with changes in the organization and maintain a positive outlook