Administrative Assistant

Number of Positions Available:

1

- Start your career with The Salvation Army today

- We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

- ABOUT US

- The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
- Join one of the most loved charities in Australia
- 6 month Max Term Position - Thursday and Friday 9am-5pm
- Above Award Wages with generous NFP salary packaging benefits

Accommodating only 42 residents, Carpenter Court Aged Care Centre offers a caring and supportive lifestyle in a lively setting. Located at a prime spot directly opposite the Merewether Beach, the centre enjoys open sea breeze, majestic views and we are only 10 minutes away from Newcastle CBD.

We are looking for a Part Time Admin Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team for a period of 6 months.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Admin Assistants deliver high quality customer focused reception and administrative activities for TSA Aged Care. As the first point of contact, it is essential this position presents a professional image and creates a welcoming, warm and positive first impression, whether via phone or in person.
- Undertake reception duties to support the day to day requirements of the area including answering phones, basic data entry referring queries to appropriate contact
- Meet and greet clients and visitors and provide exceptional customer service
- Assist Manager to identify, establish, improve and maintain administrative processes
- Operation, maintenance and security of record keeping systems and software
- Assist in administrative functions for meetings and events, including catering
- Provide information to clients and visitors ensuring that all enquiries are dealt with in a confidential and sensitive manner
- Other duties as directed

ABOUT YOU
- An appreciation of and the ability and willingness to promote and support the values and ethos of The Salvation Army
- Demonstrated experience working in an administrative and/or reception role within a similar environment
- Customer centric approach and ability to solve problems easily
- Excellent communication skills
- Warm and outgoing disposition
- Ability to multitask and prioritise
- National NDIS Workers Screening Check

**BENEFITS**:

- Access to generous Not For Profit salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year
- Access to relocation benefits through salary packaging options
- Access to meal and entertainment benefits of up to $2,650 through salary packaging
- Cost effective holiday accommodation at Salvation Army Holiday Houses
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work arrangements supporting you to achieve your work-life balance
- Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport
- Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
- Novated car leasing
- Learning and development to support you in your role
- Scholarships via Eva Burrows College
- Supported study options
- Employee assistance program
- Career progression opportunities
- Transfer opportunities - we are in every major city in Australia
- Making an impact - socially and environmentally - with one of the most loved charities in Australia

Applications will be reviewed on receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled.
- Please note: a current Influenza vaccination and evidence of the COVID-19 vaccination are a requirement of employment at The Salvation Army Aged Care._
- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
- We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_