Program Assistant, Mental Health & Substance Use

Job description

Notice NOW ACCEPTING LATE INTERNAL APPLICATIONS: Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered. Description: JOB SUMMARY: Within the context of a client and family-centred care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, this position provides administrative, secretarial and clerical support. Transcribes and types a variety of medical dictation and other documentation utilizing various software applications and acts as a receptionist by answering phones, determining urgency of calls and referring to staff. Greets clients, provides resource information and responds to various inquires. Complies, prepares and maintains statistical records for workload monitoring and program planning. Receives referrals, schedules and/or confirms client’s appointments, receives clients and provides information. Types material such as correspondence, psychiatric and physician assessments, discharge reports, memos, minutes, promotiona...