Human Resources Administrative Assistant

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Posting # 1162

Title:  Human Resources Administrative Assistant 

This is a contract full-time position (35 hours per week) for 13 months located in Scarborough.

About Us

Strides Toronto is a multi-service agency providing services to young people from birth to age 29 and their families in East Toronto. Formed in January 2020 through the amalgamation of Aisling Discoveries and East Metro Youth Services, Strides Toronto provides a range of community, residential and treatment services to improve the mental, social and physical health of infants, children, youth and their families. We provide individual, group and family interventions that include mental health counselling, autism services, education, outreach and referral, early intervention, day treatment and community support.

As Lead Agency for infant, child and youth mental health in Toronto, Strides Toronto works with 25 core service providers to design and implement system-level improvements that transform access to services, experience of services and the mental health outcomes for Toronto’s diverse communities.

Strides Toronto has a budget of $30 million and more than 350 employees providing services out of 19 locations across East Toronto.  The organization Is accredited by the Centre for Accreditation and the predecessor organizations have a long history of providing high-quality services in East Toronto.

Why work with us?

• Be part of a long history of leadership and evidence informed practice in child, youth and family service.
• Join a skilled and dedicated team who are passionate about achieving our vision of an inclusive and supportive community where children, youth and their families thrive.
• Experience opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Be committed to creating a positive and rewarding work environment.
• Share an organizational culture of on-going learning and quality improvement.
• Bring high standards for performance and implementation of best practices and demonstrated through our accreditation with the Canadian Centre for Accreditation
• Expect a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Join a diverse and inclusive work environment with staff who speak more than 50 languages.

What will you do?

• Provide a broad range of administrative support services to the human resources functions of the organization.
• Assist with training, recruitment and health and safety programs.
• Update tracking lists and organizational charts.
• Maintain electronic and paper based filing systems.
• Photocopy, file and distribute human resource materials.
• Order supplies and maintain department credit card
• Liaise with employees to provide letters of employment and facilitate other requests
• Track, distribute and collect organizational property.
• Provide administrative support to the Finance, Information Technology and Quality and Evaluation programs as needed

What are we looking for?

• A college diploma in human resources
• One year of related experience
• Proficiency in computers including an HRIS system
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• CHRP designation in progress
• Ability to effectively work with people of diverse cultures or backgrounds
• A self-starter, equally skilled in working independently and collaborating with a team.
• Knowledge of applicable computer programs (e.g. Microsoft Office, SharePoint).
• Well-developed organizational, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement and adaptation to change.

Additional Assets

• Fluency in another language(s).

• Knowledge of the Scarborough and East York community served by the organization
• Ability to work with new processes and people

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your experience and how you meet the requirements for this position.   The application deadline is May 18, 2021.

Strides Toronto is an equal opportunity employer.  We welcome diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Strides Toronto’s own policies, requests for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process. 

We thank all applicants however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.