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Reporting to the Team Manager, the Secretary, Geriatric Psychiatry Specialty Outreach Team provides secretarial and related office services for the team manager, psychiatrists and other team members; acts as a resource person for clients and families; and in collaboration with the team manager , ensures the smooth operation of the team.
Qualifications:
• Post secondary education in office administration or related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
• Completion of a 2 year Office Administration Diploma preferred
• At minimum, 2 years recent office/administrative experience, preferably in a health care setting
• Demonstrated good judgment, tact, discretion when dealing with the public and clients
• Respect of confidentiality issues
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, spelling and English grammar
• Sound knowledge of computers and software, office methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of procedures for handling patient records.
• Knowledge of security and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant sections of governing legislation (i.e Mental Health Act)
• General knowledge of local community resources for the team’s target population.
• Proficiency in computer (PC) operation for the purpose of inputting and retrieving data and generating reports with speed and accuracy. Ability to use word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and data base computer software in order to produce various reports, charts, letters, forms, presentations etc.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize e-mail and electronic calendars
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to work with limited supervision in carrying out instructions and clerical procedures
• Ability to compose correspondence
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of team members and community partners in supporting capacity enhancement initiatives
• Ability to work accurately with figures and clerical details
• Excellent critical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and professionalism
• Ability to work in a very busy clinical office environment, balancing competing demands within short timeframes
• Valid Driver’s Licence with access to a reliable motor vehicle
Working Conditions:
• Possible exposure to client aggressive/defensive/agitated/disruptive verbal and/or physical behaviours
• Frequent Interruptions in the work environment
• Extended periods of time sitting, viewing a computer monitor and keyboarding
• Minimal local travel involved
| Cover Letter |
| Resumé |
Providence Care, Mental Health Services is a regional provider of specialized services to adults with serious mental illness in Southeastern Ontario.
As a teaching facility, Mental Health Services participates in the training of students in several disciplines. A number of professional staff hold joint appointments with Providence Care and Queen’s University, and conduct clinical research to contribute to the understanding of mental illness and treatment approaches.
Providence Care Mental Health Services, an accredited 198-bed facility, provides treatment through three clinical program areas: Adult Treatment and Rehabilitation, Geriatric Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry. Each program offers a continuum of care – inpatient, outpatient and community – with an emphasis on reintegrating clients into the community at the earliest possible opportunity.
To Apply: Please apply quoting competition number LC MHS 11-065. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
Application Deadline: Feb 03, 2012 11:59PM
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