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Executive Assistant to the Director of Home and Community Support Services
Location: Cutler Head Office (Hybrid)
Permanent Full-Time: 37.5 hours per week (flexible hours)
Salary Range: $73,105 - $79,682
The Opportunity – Maamwesying North Shore Community Health Services is responsible for providing and coordinating executive, administrative, and technical support to the Director of Home and Community Support Services in a confidential and professional manner. This role ensures the efficient and effective operation of the department by delivering high-level support and managing complex tasks such as reviewing incoming documents, conducting research, and preparing reports.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, with exceptional time management, communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and computer skills.
Who You Are – You are a motivated and compassionate professional with a strong interest in supporting Indigenous health within an interdisciplinary team environment. Your work is grounded in the Seven Grandfather Teachings of Wisdom, Love, Respect, Bravery, Honesty, Humility, and Truth, and you bring these values into your relationships with clients, colleagues, and communities. You draw on both professional knowledge and experience to support and maintain efficient operational functions, with a positive outlook.
What you need to bring with you.
Five (5) years of experience as an administrative assistant at an Executive level, in a public service setting.
A post-secondary certificate or degree in public administration, secretarial, operations or a related discipline is considered an asset.
Advanced knowledge of computerized processes and applications and organizational skills as well as general knowledge of MS Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Google Suite.
Five (5) years’ experience working in an office environment is preferred.
Experience in the home and community care and health services sector is an asset.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment
Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms
Experience working with Indigenous people, organizations, and communities
Knowledge and experience of Anishinabek Health and Traditional healing practices
A clear criminal reference check is a condition of employment.
Must have access to a reliable vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.
Who We Are – Maamwesying is a recognized leader in Indigenous health, guided by the principle of Indigenous Health in Indigenous Hands. We deliver a wide range of services, including Primary Health Care, Traditional Healing, Mental Wellness and Addictions, Home and Community Support, and Health Promotion and Disease Prevention. Our work supports community members from the seven First Nations of the Mamaweswen North Shore Tribal Council, urban Indigenous clients through the Baawaating Family Health Team and the SSM Indigenous Friendship Centre, as well as our four First Nation partners in the Chapleau and Michipicoten area through the Maamwesying Northern Clinic.
In 2023, Maamwesying was approved by the Ministry of Health as the first Indigenous-led Ontario Health Team (OHT), a milestone that reflects our long-standing leadership and innovation in delivering integrated, culturally grounded care. Through the OHT model, we are deepening partnerships across providers and communities to improve access, enhance service coordination, and ensure Indigenous health care continues to be shaped by Indigenous voices and values.
Why Work with Us?
Competitive salary based on experience
Paid Extended Health Benefits
HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)
3 weeks vacation for the 1st year
15 Personal leave days annually
$1,800 Professional development allocation annually
10 days professional development leave
5 cultural days
Technology amenities provided (i.e., laptop, cellphone)
All travel expenses covered
High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience
Access to cultural and traditional teachings of the Ojibwe people
What to expect –Given the traditional practices of Aboriginal people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage, or cedar may occur.
Accommodations for the disabled will be available upon request
An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check.
Hiring of Aboriginal People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs
Qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter along with a current resume, certificates, diplomas, along with three current work-related references directly through the Bamboo HR link provided.
Posting Deadline – Monday, August 18th, 2025 by 4:00 p.m. Thank you in advance to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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