Downtown Portage - Support Assist

Location: Downtown community area

Provide supportive assistance to the Home Care and Public Health Admin Team in Downtown Point Douglas community area:

1. Projects coordinated by or where the Program/Team Manager is responsible may include:


2. Assembling blank charts for nursing clients


3. Assisting with special projects related to files


4. Assisting with replenishing supplies on shelves


5. Assisting with putting together harm reduction and homecare supply kits

Note: Volunteers may assist with special projects or duties that support the work of the Program/Team Manager. These duties/special projects must be outside of those considered to be a part of the work of the collective bargaining unit.

1. Previous experience and confidence in providing administrative/personal assistant support preferred.


2. Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision.


3. Physically able to perform tasks. This includes but is not limited to the following: manual dexterity, ability to bend down to file materials into cabinets, ability to operate photocopier, strength to carry loads of files/printed materials up to 10lbs and/or push a cart for transporting heavier loads as needed.


4. Organized, conscientious and able to pay attention to detail.


5. Able to understand, take direction and express oneself in English in a clear, concise manner


6. Must respect the WRHA policies on confidentiality and dress code

• Learn new skills


• Explore careers


• Gain experience in a health and social services office environment


• Make a personal contribution to the enhancement of health care

Shift: Any weekdays, 12:00pm to 4:00pm - successful applicant assigned weekly shift.

Length of Commitment: Minimum of one 4 hour shift per week for a minimum of 3 months.

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