Admin Assistant (Sidney)

Join Beacon Community Services as an Administrative Assistant in the Better at Home program and be part of a team that helps older adults remain independent in their homes. In this part-time role, you’ll contribute behind the scenes by keeping records organized, tracking essential documents, and helping ensure the program runs smoothly for clients, staff, and volunteers. It’s a outstanding opportunity to bring your administrative skills to a meaningful community-based program. Apply to join our team today! Days/Hours of Work: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm (18 hours per week) Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until May 28, at noon. POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Manager of Community Services, the Administrative Assistant – Better at Home plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of the BAH program by providing accurate and timely administrative support. This position is responsible for maintaining essential program records, tracking billing and service hours, supporting housekeeping staff documentation, and contributing to a well-organized and responsive service for older adults living independently in the community. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Enter and maintain program data to support reporting and evaluation activities - Update monthly client service notes and related records - Contact clients on the Better at Home waitlist to collect or update program information - Administer the BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program - Maintain accurate and up-to-date housekeeper records, including emergency contacts, allergies, and other personnel information - Track and maintain current training certification records - Monitor inventory levels and arrange timely replenishment of PPE and housekeeping supplies - Attend Better at Home housekeeper team meetings twice per year - Attend SHOAL team meetings as required - Provide administrative support for the Beacon Mobile Meals program and assist volunteers on program delivery days - Perform other related duties as assigned EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: - Previous experience in administrative support, preferably in a community or healthcare setting - Familiarity with client management systems and basic data entry - Experience working with older adults or in community-based services SKILLS AND ABILITIES: - Strong organizational skills with a keen attention to detail - Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access) and data entry systems - Effective verbal and written communication skills - Ability to manage time efficiently and work independently with minimal supervision - Demonstrated discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality - Friendly and approachable demeanour with a service-oriented mindset ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Beacon Community Services serves vulnerable populations, including seniors, people with disabilities and children. Protecting these people and our teams on whom they rely on is critical to us. Accordingly: - All successful applicants must consent to a Solicitor General’s Criminal Record Check. - All successful applicants are required to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status upon hire. Depending on future public health developments, Beacon may implement a vaccination requirement as a condition of ongoing employment for all our workplaces. #IND1 Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2olb5p