About Radius
About Radius Community Health & Healing (formerly Boyle McCauley Health Centre)
Radius Community Health & Healing provides interdisciplinary, team based, integrated, comprehensive, and person-centered primary health care for vulnerable Edmontonians with complex needs. Through primary care and health promotion, Radius improves the quality of life and well-being of populations and individuals who face multiple barriers to accessing health services. Radius achieves this by providing the highest standard of evidence-informed and client-focused inter-professional care. We collaborate with our clients to address the broad determinants of health.
Job Summary
The Executive Assistant plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless functioning of Radius by providing high-level administrative support to the Executive Director and the leadership team. This individual is responsible for a variety of office, clerical, and operational tasks that span across multiple departments, including Administrative, Finance, Community Engagement, and Human Resources.
The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with advanced organizational and communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple complex responsibilities efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive support to the Executive Director, including calendar management, strategic communications, travel arrangements, and routine administrative tasks, ensuring that the Executive Director’s time and priorities are optimized.
- Oversee logistics, documentation, and record-keeping for the Radius Board of Directors, working closely with the Executive Director to ensure all board meetings, materials, and communication are prepared and executed with precision.
- Support Community Engagement and Fund Development initiatives, including coordinating events, preparing materials, and managing communications to ensure successful fundraising and community outreach efforts.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for external partners, vendors, and service providers, managing relationships and facilitating communication to support organizational operations.
- Develop and maintain efficient document filing, retention, and destruction processes in accordance with organizational policies, ensuring easy access and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Coordinate the processing and distribution of all incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring timely delivery and appropriate handling of sensitive correspondence.
- Prepare detailed reports for funders and ad hoc requests, providing accurate and timely data to support internal and external reporting requirements.
- Handle the coordination of meetings, including preparing agendas, gathering materials, taking minutes, and managing follow-up action items to ensure that all meetings are productive and well-organized.
- Perform data entry and manage databases with a high level of accuracy, ensuring all records are current and accessible.
- Contribute to a variety of ad hoc projects and tasks as needed, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to take on new challenges to support the organization’s goals.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an Executive Assistant or similar role, with a proven track record of supporting senior leadership in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) and experience with project management tools.
- Strong experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS systems is highly desirable.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work autonomously with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated experience in managing confidential information with the highest level of integrity.
- Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
- Child Intervention Record Check
Skills and Abilities
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands efficiently.
- Strong collaborative spirit, able to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
- A proactive and resourceful problem-solver with a keen eye for continuous improvement.
- Committed to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with discretion.
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic work environment, demonstrating flexibility and a positive attitude.
Benefits
At Radius, we’re committed to enhancing our employees’ well-being with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both personal and professional growth. Radius offers:
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP): All employees have access to confidential counseling and access to a wide range of resources for personal and professional challenges. Our EAP is here to support your overall well-being.
- Benefits available to all permanent, full-time employees after a defined waiting period:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits: Premiums are fully covered by Radius
- Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Critical Illness Coverage: Mandatory enrollment, employees are responsible to pay premiums.
- Lifestyle Spending Account: Wide variety of options available to spend an annual allowance
- Group Retirement Savings Plan
Equal Opportunity Employer
Radius Community Health and Healing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and valued. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.
Land Acknowledgement
Radius respectfully acknowledge that we are located within Treaty 6 territory, and Metis Nation of Alberta Region 4. We acknowledge this land as the traditional home for many Indigenous Peoples including the Cree, Blackfoot, Metis, Nakota Sioux, Dene, Saulteaux, Anishinaabe, Inuit, and many others whose history, languages, and cultures continue to influence our vibrant community.