Administration assistant in Kingswood

Anglicare has an exciting opportunity for an administrative assistant to be part of Newmarch House, Kingswood Residential care team. The aim of this role is to provide efficient and effective administrative support to the Residential home, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This is a Permanent Part-Time role based at Newmarch House, Kingswood.

Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Complete general administrative tasks, including word processing, filing, emailing, and mail distribution.
• Maintain and improve administrative procedures and systems.
• Organise meetings, events, and functions as required.
• Process work orders and supply orders in a timely manner.
• Update resident files in accordance with Commonwealth, State, Anglicare, WHS, and Rehabilitation guidelines.
• Ensure all administrative records and databases are accurately maintained and up to date.
• Attend to residents, visitors, couriers, and trades people at the reception desk, providing a professional and welcoming service.
• Assist with basic financial processes as directed by the Residential leadership/admin team.
• Comply with safe work practices and participate in workplace consultation activities.
• Actively engage in safety activities, including hazard and incident reporting as prescribed in the WHSIMS.

Key Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Customer service orientation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment
• Basic financial literacy and numeracy skills
• Empathy and patience when dealing with older residents

Qualifications and Experience:

• Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent qualification (desirable)
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in an administrative or customer service role
• Experience working with older people or in a Residential home setting (desirable)

We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen. At Anglicare, you’ll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that’s ready for the future. You’ll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You will also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career.

On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us:

• Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life
• Increase your take-home pay with salary packaging
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training to advance your career
• Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers
• Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button. All applicants will receive a response. Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.

Please note that successful completion of background checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check Clearance may be required as part of the employment process for this role.

Your rewards and benefits:

We believe that caring for others starts with caring for our people. Because you put so much heart into helping the most vulnerable in our community, we're committed to supporting you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, we recognise that meaningful work deserves meaningful support. So, we've designed a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits that reflect our values and make a real difference to your life. We support your career by investing in your growth, balance and security through professional development opportunities. We also offer competitive salary packaging, wellbeing programs and generous discounts for you and your family.

Employee Referral Program:

Be rewarded with a $1,200 incentive every time you help us find the right person for a permanent role! Simply go to our careers page, refer a friend for a permanent role, and if they're hired, you’ll receive an additional $1,200 (taxable) payment when they reach six months of service.