Admin Assistant
Kinark Child & Family Services
Oshawa Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Position Summary
Kinark Child & Family Services is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations and contribute to the effective delivery of services for children, youth, and families. This role requires strong communication skills, excellent time management, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide administrative and clerical support to assigned teams and leadership
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Prepare, format, and maintain documents, reports, and correspondence
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Manage data entry, filing systems, and records in accordance with privacy and confidentiality standards
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Schedule meetings, coordinate appointments, and assist with calendar management
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Answer phones and respond to email inquiries in a professional and timely manner
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Use Microsoft Word and Excel to support reporting and administrative tasks
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Learn and utilize internal databases and software as required
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Support office operations while maintaining a welcoming and professional environment
Qualifications
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Minimum High School Diploma
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Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a similar administrative role
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
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Ability to learn and adapt to new software and systems
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Excellent time management, organizational, and self-planning skills
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
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Bilingual candidates (English/French) will be given special consideration
Additional Requirements
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Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening
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Pre-Employment Medical clearance
Why Join Kinark
Kinark Child & Family Services is a leading provider of mental health and community services, committed to supporting the well-being of children, youth, and families across Ontario. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in a supportive, mission-driven organization.
Job Overview
Posted Date: 01 Jan 2026
Location: Oshawa Ontario
Salary: Neg Per Hour
Company Information
Although Kinark has been providing children’s mental health services for decades, we only became known as Kinark Child and Family Services in 1983. In 2000, Kinark’s services expanded when we began operating Syl Apps Youth Centre and began providing interventions for children with autism.
Name: Kinark Child & Family Services
Web: https://kinark.on.ca