Administrative Assistant I, CAPABLE - Full-time

Requisition Details: 

Employment Status: Regular, Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: CAPABLE Program
Work Schedule: Days
Biweekly Hours:75
On Call: No
Location: Hybrid remote; the successful candidate will work from home with occasional travel required within the Province of Nova Scotia

Job Summary: 

The Administrative Assistant I is responsible for administrative support functions to assist VON in providing quality service to the public. The position acts as a resource for the site management team and other team members in the office by collecting and responding to incoming correspondence, creating and formatting documents, and other related job functions. 

This role will support the Community Aging in Place, Advancing Better Living for Elders (or CAPABLE) program, which aims to enhance the functional mobility, independence, and safety of economically disadvantaged adults aged 65 and above who remain independent and in their own homes.

Key Responsibilities may include:

Work conditions and physical demands: This role requires a detail-oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.