Secretary II - Child & Adolescent Outpatient - Mental Health & Addictions

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Req ID: 170279
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Western Zone, South Shore Regional Hospital  
Department: MHA WZ Child Dawson
Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: CUPE Admin Professionals Position
Posting Closing Date: 3-Jan-24

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

 

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

 

 

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Mental Health & Addictions or designate, the Secretary is responsible for a wide variety of secretarial duties and functions within Mental Health & Addictions, including, but not limited to, reception and telephone, computer applications, typing and transcription, management/staff/program support, client and community contacts, documentation and records management, research support, program administration and general office duties, including payroll administration as required.  The Secretary serves Mental Health & Addictions, Community-Based Services, as well as health promotion, prevention, and community education programs. 

 

The Secretary exhibits sound judgment and initiative while working within the philosophy, objectives, guidelines, legislations, policies and procedures, Mission, Vision and Strategic Direction of Mental Health & Addictions and incorporates into daily practice the Core Competencies and Values of the Nova Scotia Health.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade XII plus successful completion of a recognized secretarial program and a medical terminology course
• Minimum two years’ experience in a responsible secretarial position in a health-related field
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), Meditech, and Community-Wide Scheduling, with the ability to acquire additional skills (SAP; database), required
• Accurate keyboarding skills with a minimum speed of 45 wpm with a maximum five (5) percent error rate.
• Superior organizational, communication (listening, oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently as well as demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Ability to be flexible in adapting to changing operational requirements.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative.
• Ability to deal calmly and tactfully with stressful situations.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional interpersonal relationships with all levels of staff and clients.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

 

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Casual Relief

Compensation and Incentives

$20.36 - $23.14 hourly

 

 Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

 

​This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, a