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Central Community Health Centre
Are you interested in working in an organization where the team and professional standards are highly valued, where quality of care and the quality of employee working life is respected?
Central Community Health Centre (CCHC) is a non-profit, charitable, community governed organization. Our interprofessional team provides primary health care, health promotion and prevention programs and services to residents of Central Elgin, St. Thomas and Southwold Township.
Position: Administrative Assistant – Temporary Full-Time – 37.5 hours per week
Job Description:
Approximately 3 weeks with possibility of extension.
The Administrative Assistant is the first point of contact and must have excellent organizational skills, and good time management; ability to multi-task; work efficiently and effectively; be a team- player and keep a positive attitude.
- Front desk responsibilities: answering phones, greet visitors, respond to inquiries, relay calls and messages
- Schedule clients; specialist and diagnostic testing appointments using EMR; make reminder calls; fax prescriptions; photocopy; print documents
- Prepare, maintain, update, retrieve, track and file charts and other client records, manually and/or electronically
- Maintain a current referral directory
- Maintain service providers’ schedules in consultation with providers
- Receive incoming mail, coordinate distribution, and process outgoing mail
Qualifications:
Three to five years’ administrative and customer service experience preferably in a health care setting. Proficiency in the use of computers, various software including Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Medical Records and office equipment; ability to work in a fast paced environment; maintain a professional attitude and project a welcoming attitude.
Work Location: St. Thomas, Central Elgin, Southwold
Application Deadline: April 24, 2023 Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to: hiring@centralchc.com
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Position: Chiropodist – Permanent Part-Time – 22.5 hours per week
Job Description:
CCHC is seeking a Chiropodist to perform assessment, diagnosis, treatment, health education, counselling, and other clinical foot care activities according to the College of Chiropodists of Ontario.
Position: STUDENT Administrative Assitant – Temporary Full-Time
1 position – 8 week contract beginning May 07, 2023 *Funding Dependent*
Region: Central Elgin, St. Thomas and Southwold Township
Description: We are currently recruiting for a temporary Administrative Assistant position for an 8 week contract. The Administrative Assistant provides support with the delivery of partnership-based health promotion programs and community events. They support the Program Coordinator in their role as a key contact for clients, volunteers, community members, partners, funders, and others who connect with of the Central Community Health Centre (CCHC). Support Program Coordinator with research and evaluation of community programs. Assisting the Program Coordinator with set up and take down for programs and events as needed.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment
- Was registered as full-time post-secondary student during the preceding academic year and returning in the next academic year to full-time studies
- Is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and;
- Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial regulations
- Field of study: Business or Office Administration, Health Promotion, or equivalent
- Strong communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills, combined with strength in critical thinking, problem solving and organizational skill
- Solid computer skills including previous experience with multiple platforms of Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to maintain a professional attitude at all times
- Able to respond in a positive way to demanding issues and project a welcoming, friendly personality
- Completion of a Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector check prior to commencing employment is required
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence
Salary: $20 per hour
Terms of Employment: Full time temporary – 8 weeks starting May 07, 2023
Deadline for Application: April 27, 2023
To apply to become a member of the CCHC team, please send your resume and covering letter to hiring@centralchc.com
Position: STUDENT Clerical Assistant – Temporary Full-Time
1 position – 8 week contract beginning May 07, 2023 *Funding Dependent*
Region: Central Elgin, St. Thomas and Southwold Township
Description: We are currently recruiting for a temporary Clerical Assistant position for an 8 week contract. The Clerical Assistant will provide support to the Executive office, helping the Executive Assistant ensure a highly professional public profile that reflects the Mission, Vision and Values of CCHC. The Clerical Assistant will help with planning meetings, including agendas and minute taking, drafting and editing documents and presentations, and providing general office support. They will also assist in planning events
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment
- Was registered as full-time post-secondary student during the preceding academic year and returning in the next academic year to full-time studies
- Is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and;
- Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial regulations
- Field of study: Communications, Human Resources, Executive Assistant, Office or Business Administration or equivalent
- Strong communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills, combined with strength in critical thinking, problem solving and organizational skill
- Solid computer skills including previous experience with multiple platforms of Social Media, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to maintain a professional attitude at all times
- Able to respond in a positive way to demanding issues and project a welcoming, friendly personality
- Completion of a Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector check prior to commencing employment is required
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence
Salary: $20 per hour
Terms of Employment: Full time temporary – 8 weeks starting May 07, 2023
Deadline for Application: April 27, 2023
To apply to become a member of the CCHC team, please send your resume and covering letter to hiring@centralchc.com
Position: STUDENT Medical Office Assistant – Temporary Full-Time
1 position – 8 week contract beginning May 07, 2023 *Funding Dependent*
Region: Central Elgin, St. Thomas and Southwold Township
Description: We are currently recruiting for a temporary Medical Office Assistant position for an 8 week contract. The Medical Office Assistant will be responsible for creating and maintaining databases of clients with certain identified markers to assist with program planning and monitoring. They will review client data and update their records as appropriate. They will assist with maintaining client records and referrals. The Medical office Assistant will contact clients to book preventative health tests and update sociodemographic data.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment
- Was registered as full-time post-secondary student during the preceding academic year and returning in the next academic year to full-time studies
- Is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and;
- Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial regulations
- Field of study: Medical Office Administration or equivalent
- Customer Service experience an asset
- Strong communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills, combined with strength in critical thinking, problem solving and organizational skills
- Solid knowledge of computer programs including previous experience with an EMR (Electronic Medical Record) system, and Outlook
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to always maintain a professional attitude
- Able to respond in a positive way to demanding issues and project a welcoming, friendly personality
- Completion of a Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector check prior to commencing employment is required
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence is an asset
Salary: $20 per hour
Terms of Employment: Full time temporary – 8 weeks starting May 07, 2023
Deadline for Application: April 27, 2023
To apply to become a member of the CCHC team, please send your resume and covering letter to hiring@centralchc.com
Position: STUDENT Medical Receptionist – Temporary Full-Time
1 position – 8 week contract beginning May 07, 2023 *Funding Dependent*
Region: Central Elgin, St. Thomas and Southwold Township
Description: We are currently recruiting for a temporary Medical Receptionist position for a 8 week contract. The receptionist will be the first point of contact, and will ensure the efficient and effective operations of the reception area. They will ensure a professional presence is presented to all who visit or deal with the CCHC, and ensure clients and other visitors feel welcome, safe and comfortable while visiting. Schedule client appointments and referrals as directed and maintain client records and documentation.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment
- Was registered as full-time post-secondary student during the preceding academic year and returning in the next academic year to full-time studies
- Is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and;
- Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial regulations
- Field of study: Medical Office Administration or equivalent
- Customer Service experience an asset
- Strong communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills, combined with strength in critical thinking, problem solving and organizational skills
- Solid knowledge of computer programs including previous experience with an EMR (Electronic Medical Record) system, and Outlook
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to maintain a professional attitude at all times
- Able to respond in a positive way to demanding issues and project a welcoming, friendly personality
- Completion of a Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector check prior to commencing employment is required
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence is an asset
Salary: $20 per hour
Terms of Employment: Full time temporary – 8 weeks starting May 07, 2023
Deadline for Application: April 27, 2023
To apply to become a member of the CCHC team, please send your resume and covering letter to hiring@centralchc.com
Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to: hiring@centralchc.com
CCHC is committed to fulfilling its obligation to employees in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Human Rights Act of Canada, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Employment Standards Act of Ontario.
Central Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We believe diversity among our staff and volunteers enriches our organization and enhances service to our clients.
Thank you to all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
CCHC encourages a scent-free environment. Employees, students, volunteers, and visitors are asked to refrain from wearing fragrances and other scented personal care products (i.e., perfumes, deodorants, lotions, hairspray, etc.) while at the Centre.
COVID 19 is an ongoing concern. All staff, contractors, students and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (which includes all recommended doses and boosters), subject to human rights exemptions. If onsite, all individuals must complete a self assessment using the following link https://covid-19.ontario.ca/screening/worker/ and email results to covid19@centralchc.com
