Job Description

Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood!

Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do-but we're also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.

As Atlantic Canada's largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.

When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you'll find a place to thrive here.

We're committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognize that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know-we're here to support you.

Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger!

Northwood is currently accepting applications for a

Administrative Assistant - Organizational Health and Safety/Labour Relations reporting

to the Manager, Organization Health and Safety

Qualifications:

Community College Diploma; a one year administrative or business course Two years of relevant work experience Knowledge of office equipment (e.g. photocopier, fax machine) required Proficiency in typing (50 words per minute) required Experience working in a similar environment is considered an asset

Major Responsibilities:

Provides administrative/clerical support to the Manger, Organizational Health and Safety / Labour Relations Provides administrative support for members of Organizational Health and Safety Team and Occupational Health Nurses Attends meetings, takes minutes, prepares reports for the Organizational Health and Safety Team Researches and prepares materials for display Gathers and inputs workplace injury related reports Maintains employee files and databases Supports the development of the WCB quarter board report Actively involved and provide strong administrative support to the Attendance Management Program, including providing statistical reports to managers across the People Services Team and Departmental managers. Acts as a recorder for Occupational Health and Safety Committees and others; takes and prepares minutes, supports agenda planning and provides support follow up action plan Maintains office environment, supplies and equipment Provides callers, visitors, and staff with appropriate greeting, information and assistance Maintains contacts, both internally and externally, on behalf of Manager, dealing with requests and maintaining calendars as needed Creates promotional displays Maintains databases, statistics and file management for the corporate occupational health and safety program and other projects/programs as needed Conducts information/literature searches for projects/programs as needed Compiles data for special projects and for generating corporate reports Supports the team with the development of Organizational Health Policies and Procedures. Co-ordinating the review date schedule for timely issue to Quality Council.

Salary / Benefits:

As per Northwood Scale

Hours of Work:

80 hours bi-weekly

Effective:

ASAP

Salary/Benefits:

As per Northwood Scale

To Apply:

Please visit our Career Page at northwoodcareers.itacit.com to apply. Please include a current resume and cover letter.

Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person