Secretary III - Crisis & Urgent Care Services - Mental Health & Addictions - Jobs in Kentville, NS

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Req ID: 110726Location: Western Zone, Chipman FacilityCompany: NSHADepartment: MHA WZ Crisis Response VRHType of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (80% FTE) x 1 position(s)Union Status: Admin Professionals NSGEUPosting Closing Date: 16-Jun-21Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Manager, Intake & Urgent Care Services - Mental Health and Addictions, the Secretary III provides clerical support to the team. The secretarial team is responsible for ensuring that the offices are run in a smooth, efficient and professional manner and that good working relationships are fostered within their respective sites as well as with the Inpatient Units. The Secretary III meets standards of professionalism which reflect the vision, mission, goals and objectives and adheres to the policies and procedures of Mental Health and Addictions.The Secretary III ensures that the principles and practices that guide our work such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviors, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and interprofessional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliverQualificationsGraduate of a recognized office administration program with medical terminology and transcription requiredMinimum of three years’ recent related experience, preferably in a medical setting requiredAbility to use Microsoft Windows and all components of Microsoft Office including Excel, Power Point, OutlookTyping skills – minimum of 45 words per minuteKnowledge of ODCCDemonstrated current knowledge of Medical TerminologyAble to transcribe dictation in a prompt and accurate mannerDemonstrated communication skills & excellent organizational skills.Demonstrated interpersonal skills including ability to work as a team member and ability to foster collaborative relationshipsDemonstrated accountability, initiative, and ability to work independentlyDemonstrated judgment and decision making skillsDemonstrated planning, organizing, prioritizing and time management skillsDemonstrated attention to detailDemonstrated conflict resolution skillsDemonstrated ability to maintain confidentialityDemonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional developmentCommitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizational healthExperience in a health care or hospital setting an assetKnowledge of Meditech (CWS and Admissions) an assetCompetencies in other languages an asset, French preferredSuccessful external applicants are required to provide a Criminal Record Check to People Services before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employmentPLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Hours of WorkPermanent part-time (80%) position; 56.00 hours bi-weekly.Salary InformationSecretary lll (OFF006):$20.36 - $23.14 hourlyThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.Criminal Record CheckProof of education & training certificationsProof of any additional required qualificationValid registration with the relevant licensing bodySubmission of immunization record along with health assessment documentationProof of SIN numberHiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit - NSGEU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.