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Administration Assistant

Anglicare
Canberra Full-day Full-time

Description:

About Us:

Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.

Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.

For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us!

About The Role

Anglicare has an exciting opportunity for an administrative assistant to be part Farrer Brown Court Residential care team.

The aim of this role is to provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Retirement Living facility, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations

This is a Permanent role based at Farrer Brown Court, Castle hill

Responsibilities (not limited to):

Complete general administrative tasks, including word processing, filing, emailing, and mail distribution.

Maintain and improve administrative procedures and systems.

Organise meetings, events, and functions as required.

Process work orders and supply orders in a timely manner.

Update resident files in accordance with Commonwealth, State, Anglicare, WHS, and Rehabilitation guidelines.

Ensure all administrative records and databases are accurately maintained and up to date.

Attend to residents, visitors, couriers, and trades people at the reception desk, providing a professional and welcoming service.

Assist with basic financial processes as directed by the Retirement Living Manager.

Comply with safe work practices and participate in workplace consultation activities.

Actively engage in safety activities, including hazard and incident reporting as prescribed in the WHSIMS.

Key Skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Customer service orientation

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment

Basic financial literacy and numeracy skills

Empathy and patience when dealing with older residents

Qualifications and Experience

Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent qualification (desirable)

Minimum 1-2 years' experience in an administrative or customer service role

Experience working with older people or in a community service setting (desirable)

Current driver's license and own vehicle (may be required)

First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Police Check and Working with Vulnerable People Check (or ability to obtain)

Benefits of joining Anglicare:

A warm, welcoming culture

Ongoing training and development with a focus on career growth

Experienced and passionate leadership team who are supportive and consultative

Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits - reducing your taxable income by $15,900 plus an additional $2,650 for salary packaging accommodation, meals and entertainment.

Employee Assistance Program - Free, voluntary and confidential counselling service

Fitness Passport

Access to discounts from over 400 retailers on our rewards program

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.

Please note that successful completion of background checks and an NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance may be required for this role.

We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

We are a forward-thinking organisation focused on continuous improvement and innovation, with a dedicated team that always puts our residents first. If this role sounds like you, we’d love to receive your application!

Application Close Date: March 09, 2025

Anglicare

23 Feb 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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