Administrative Services Assistant | Mental Health Substance Use

Position Summary

Vernon Health Centre has an exciting opportunity for a relief part‑time (0.50

FTE) Administrative Services Assistant to join their team! This position works day shift from 08:00 to 16:00 on Monday, Tuesday and then Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday alternating weeks. This position works at the Vernon Health Centre and supports the Mental Health and Substance Use community programs.

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work‑life balance
• Opportunities for career advancement

As a Clerical Support team member, you will play a vital role in supporting the Mental Health and Substance Use programs by providing efficient reception and administrative services in accordance with Interior Health policies. Your responsibilities will include client scheduling, data entry, preparing routine correspondence and reports, responding to public and internal inquiries, and collecting fees. You will also support the clinical team by maintaining medical/surgical supply inventories, cleaning medical equipment, and coordinating the delivery of biologicals and other supplies.

Your attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities will contribute to the seamless operation of the health unit and enhance the experience of clients and staff alike.

• A 5‑minute typing test (40+ nwpm) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non‑supervised tests not accepted).  for testing details;
• An office administration certificate from a recognized institution;
• Your Resume outlining one year of recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
• A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and on‑call, casual work (i.e. days of the week).

• Grade 12,
• Certificate from a recognized office administration certificate program, plus
• One year recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current valid BC Driver’s License.
• Ability to type at 40 nwpm.