Job Description

Under the direction of the Developmental Services Director, the Admin III - Program Assistant, Developmental Services will provide administrative support to the Management Team. In addition, this position will provide administrative support to the Developmental Services Team.



The Admin III - Program Assistant is directly accountable to the Developmental Services Director.

Salary Range:

$62,867 - $84,442 per annum

Position Type:

Full Time Term (15 Month)

Posting Type:

This is a vacancy for an existing position

Closing Date:

Monday January 12, 2026 at 4:00pm CST

Qualifications:

Certificate or Diploma in Secretarial Arts and/or Office Administration or equivalent, Minimum two years' experience in administration/executive/secretary support; Strong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office a must including Excel, Outlook, Word and Power Point; Strong knowledge of office procedures and practices. Valid Class G Ontario driver's license Must provide an appropriate criminal records check The ability to perform the requirements of the position on a regular basis Previous office administration experience is considered an asset Demonstrates initiative, self-motivation and able to work independently as well as part of a team Demonstrates professionalism, accountability and maintaining confidentiality Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment Task-centered, maintain a high level of efficiency and strong attention to detail Work experience and/or education in a mental health related area is considered an asset Knowledge and sensitive of First Nations populations Experience working in and with First Nation people, communities and leadership Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment) Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects in the Sioux Lookout Zone is an asset

Roles and Responsibilities:

Provide program/administrative assistance to Developmental Services Unit Provide administrative assistance to the Developmental Services Unit: maintain filing system, prepare, distribute and keep record of minutes, develop/draft documents, arrange teleconferences, arrange special meetings as well as assist in arranging travel and complete necessary paperwork, and other related duties requested by the Developmental Services Director and Supervisor Prepare documents for distribution; letters, memorandums, work plans, reports and confidential correspondence; Assist with gathering clinical data for the Ministry reporting Distribute Developmental Services Unit client reports to families and those who they have consented to share information with Coordinate meetings; including assisting with travel arrangements, coordinating of meeting materials, preparation of meeting agenda and minutes as well as distribution; Direct requests from inside and outside the agency for information to the appropriate personnel Maintain/update filing systems; both paper and electronic files, scan when necessary Prepare and assist in creating Power Point presentations; Proficient with current electronic communication tools Assist in the development of program activities Data entry and creating spreadsheets Performing errands/duties at various sites as required Adherence to confidentiality requirements/policies Other duties as assigned

Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible.



Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application.



We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees:


Pension plan Fitness reimbursement program Comprehensive insurance coverage Professional development opportunities * Relocation assistance