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Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (“Yee Hong”) is one of the largest not-for-profit, culturally-appropriate seniors care organizations in Canada. At several campuses of care and other service locations across the Greater Toronto Area, Yee Hong offers a full continuum of services including active seniors programs, adult day programs, caregiver support services, transportation, meals on wheels, congregate dining, home care, long-term care, and hospice/palliative care. Yee Hong’s vision is “Seniors living their lives to the fullest – with health, independence and dignity”. In their living setting of choice, seniors and their families are supported to optimize their physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being. Yee Hong also supports other organizations with innovating seniors care through its advisory services, training and learning centre, and research.  Since the start of our operations 1994, Yee Hong has been successfully accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada seven consecutive times for our teams’ commitment to highest quality care and service excellence.

As a recipient of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture Award in 2020 and renewed in 2021 and 2022, Yee Hong is committed to innovation, diversity, teamwork, integrity, collaboration and accountability. Our people are the reason our residents and clients receive excellent care and enjoy a high quality of life. Yee Hong’s progressive organizational culture and work environment attract, retain and develop the best staff, volunteers and students. Yee Hong is inviting applicants to apply for this exciting opportunity. We commit to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, and offer a rewarding career as a member of our stellar team.

Clerk, Yee Hong Garden Terrace -Temporary Full Time until Jan 17th, 2025

Provides courteous, efficient and informative telephone and reception service for Yee Hong Garden Terrace (YHGT), and administrative support to the Management Office.

1. Provides courteous, efficient and informative telephone and reception service for YHGT, promoting a positive image of YHGT. Relays accurate message to team members

2. Assists in the channeling of all incoming mail and fax to the appropriate parties efficiently and accurately. Processes outgoing mail

3. Coordinates room booking for meetings and functions

4. Ensures that the Reception area is kept neat and tidy, and that information pamphlets are current and adequate

5. Ensures safe custody of receipts and maintains accurate record of fees, ticket sales and expenditures

6. Updates and follow up the property work order completion

7. Updates the notice boards and ensure the information posted is up-to-date and accurate

8. Provides daily work schedules to Home Support Workers

9. Maintains key record log book on contractors and visitors, timely updates non-motion access card and safety systems

10. Assists in mass program/activities in YHGT, such as fire drill, precautious maintenance programs, as requested

11. Keeps up-to-date with developments and best practices in the field

12. Other duties as assigned

• High school completed; secretarial training an asset
• Minimum 1 year receptionist or secretarial experience
• Good data entry skills and knowledge of MS Office (Word); Knowledge of Chinese word processing an asset
• Good interpersonal skills with pleasant and friendly manner

Working Condition:

• 24 hours/7 days emergency response and on call services for building maintenance, emergency and safety matters
• Occasional meetings in evenings and weekends
• This is a Temporary Full Time position until January 17th, 2025

Interested applicants may apply by November 16, 2024 quoting reference number REF563G

Our people are our greatest strength and the core of our success. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and support their ongoing learning and development. We offer:

• Competitive total compensation package
• Multi-employer pension plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Ongoing learning and development
• Employee education assistance program
• Award winning corporate culture
• Safe, inclusive and supportive work environment

Yee Hong is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. If contacted for this employment opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodation.

Successful applicants must provide a recent satisfactory vulnerable sector police reference check and medical clearance certificate

For current Yee Hong employees, please indicate your Employee Number on the resume