OFF AS 09R - Office Assistant - Jobs in Victoria, BC

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Posting TitleOFF AS 09R - Office AssistantPosition ClassificationOffice Assistant R9UnionGEULocationVictoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)Salary Range$43,758.80 - $49,357.30 annuallyClose Date11/24/2022Job TypeRegular Full TimeTemporary End DateMinistry/OrganizationBC Public Service -> Mental Health & AddictionsMinistry Branch / DivisionChild and Youth Mental Health Policy, Provincial Support OfficeJob SummaryOffice AssistantOffice Assistant R9An eligibility list may be established.On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.Do you thrive in a high volume environment Do you enjoy serving a diversified public Can you change priorities on a dimeThe Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions leads the Province of British Columbia in efforts to improve the mental well-being and reduce substance use-related harms for all British Columbians. The ministry has overall responsibility for the development of a coherent, accessible, and culturally safe mental health and addictions system that is effective for individuals and families across the lifespan throughout the province. The ministry is also responsible for escalating an immediate response to the province’s overdose emergency. The ministry aims to strengthen social supports and services that impact mental health and well-being (for example, housing, employment, income, education, and childcare) by undertaking a whole-government, multi-systems approach in partnership with other ministries, service delivery partners, researchers, other levels of government, families, youth, people with lived experience and Indigenous Peoples.The Child, Youth and Mental Health Policy Division is accountable for policies and strategies that lead to the development of a coherent, accessible, and culturally safe mental health and addictions system that is effective for individuals and families across the lifespan throughout the province. The division provides leadership, expertise and advice regarding legislation, policy, governance, accountability, and stakeholder relations for committees, ministries and the broader social sectors impacting mental wellness.The Provincial Support Office is responsible for the operational implementation and delivery of integrated child and youth teams, a new and innovative model of community-based mental health and substance use services to young people and their families in British Columbia. These multi-disciplinary teams will be connected to a cluster of schools and serve young people in locations where they feel most comfortable. Team members will be comprised of child and youth clinicians, youth substance use practitioners, school counsellors, peer support workers and Indigenous support workers.To provide general administrative, clerical and program support to the division.The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Julie.Strutt@gov.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.Job Requirements:In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum one year of experience (within the last three years) working in an office setting.
• Experience using computers and software programs (e.g., Windows, Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Six months of experience working independently and as a team member within a multi-disciplinary environment with other professional staff.

Preference may be given to applicants with 1 or more of the following:

• With a diploma or certificate in Office Administration.
• With more than one year of experience in each of the above requirements.
• With work experience with Indigenous organizations and communities.
• Who self-identify as having Indigenous heritage.
• With lived or living experience of, or experience working with, populations with complex health and social challenges.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:Cover letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application; however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.Questionnaire (COMPREHENSIVE): YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.IMPORTANT: Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and your accountabilities and accomplishments.Job CategoryAdministrative ServicesQuick Apply

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