Title: Administrative Assistant
Box Hill, VIC, AU, 3128
Administrative Assistant
- Permanent Part Time | 2 Positions Available | Monday to Wednesday & Wednesday to Friday
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Program | Work across Multiple Sites
- Experience work-life balance | Close to cafes, public transport and shops
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
The Mental Health and Wellbeing Program (MHWP) provides support to consumers in the Eastern suburbs, with focus on a holistic approach to treatment and recovery. Eastern Health MHWP operates in multiple locations, including (but not limited to); Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital, Peter James Centre, Ringwood Community Hub, Forest Hill & Carrington Road (Box Hill).
About the role
An opportunity exists for an appropriately experienced Administrative Assistant to work within the MHWP. Working across multiple sites, the position provides key support for clinical service delivery aimed at improving the mental health outcomes for people in our community. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the provision of high quality, professional service to consumers, their families and carers, and to clinical staff including; timely data entry; records management; reception and a broad range of administrative tasks, as required.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- a high level of demonstrated administrative experience and computer skills
- outstanding interpersonal skills, with an ability to liaise with consumers, staff and external stakeholders from varying backgrounds
- an ability to work autonomously, or as an affective member of a team, across sites as required
- a professional attitude, with the ability to manage competing demands, often in a high-pressure environment
- the ability to manage high volume data entry and/or processing
- a calm demeanour with a logical perspective and the ability to be adapt quickly to a changing environment
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**