Job Description

Close Date
Nov. 10 2025
Location
Campbell River Public Health (CRPH) - Campbell River, BC V9W 8C6 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time
08:00 - 16:30
Days Off
Weekend/Stats
Vacancy Type
Temp FT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$26.87 - $28.57
Paid FTE
1.0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
75
Planned Start Date
Nov. 24 2025
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Sep. 18 2026
Pending Return of Incumbent
Yes
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Yes

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety are a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Team Leader, Administrative Services, the Program Assistant provides support to the Preventative and Perinatal Services Program of Population and Public Health. Performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties such as managing maintaining files; typing letters and tables and data entry; photocopying; setting up meetings and taking minutes. Utilizes a variety of personal computer application software such as Excel, Word, Power Point and related desktop publishing and graphics software to format/design, run and maintain correspondence, reports, procedure manuals, surveys, newsletters, web pages, communications, databases, and spreadsheets from rough draft or as directed. Supports clinical staff by booking appointments for clients; maintains inventories of supplies; schedules and conducts vision and/or hearing screening for preschool/school aged children in a school or clinic setting. Assists with the ordering, maintenance, and distribution of vaccines other ordering or maintaining medicines and medical supplies.
Gathers and compiles information as required, such as client information and statistics. Researches, organizes, and summarizes information for reports.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12 graduation
Office Administration Certificate including courses in word processing, spreadsheet and database software
Two (2) years recent related administrative or secretarial experience in a similar environment
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid BC Drivers License
Skills And Abilities

• Ability to type 60 wpm
• Demonstrated skills in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to apply knowledge of office practices and procedures Ability to operate related equipment
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize
• Business writing skills
• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Vaccine Storage & Handling Course (BCCDC)
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position
• Ability to follow established BCCDC practices for vaccine storage and handling
• Ability to successfully learn vaccine names, schedules, and special storage requirements

Skills Required