KARA Family Resource Centre is an Edmonton based non-profit organization that has been supporting children and families since 1984. We provide support, guidance and educational opportunities to families and young children that promote increased capacity for both children’s development and parenting skills / knowledge. For more information regarding our diverse programs and services, visit www.kara-frc.ca.

KARA has a strong focus on employee wellness and work / life balance. We offer supportive professional development opportunities and a compassionate team environment. This position requires a flexible work schedule that may occasionally include evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the families.

Do you enjoy working with children and families? Do you work well under pressure and enjoy taking on a variety of roles? KARA Family Resource Centre has a job for you. We are looking for a friendly and outgoing team member that can multi-task, with excellent time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Anticipated start date:  September 19, 2022

 Job Profile: (for a detailed position description click here)

• Able to handle multi-line phone calls and / or take messages in a proficient manner.
• Greet Visitors and Program Participants and direct them to staff or service area with a positive, helpful attitude.
• Maintain office supplies and ensures all office equipment is in good working order.
• Recording / transcribing meeting minutes and distributing to staff in a timely manner.
• Clerical and administrative support to all Staff as required. This includes but is not limited to: typing reports; letters; photocopying; participant certificates; program posters and document assembly.
• Performs all other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Must be genuine, friendly, helpful, and self-motivated with ability to effectively communicate with both staff and clients.
• Minimum of 2 years’ clerical or reception experience.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English, other language skills an asset.
• Must be proficient in current Microsoft Office 365 programs including Outlook, Word, Excel and Publisher.
• Able to type 35 wpm.
• Must be proficiency on all Social Media platforms.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• An understanding of not for profit, human services would be an asset.
• Successful candidate requires completion of a current (within 30 days) Police Records Check and AB Child Intervention Record Check preceding start date.

Closing Date:  August 31, 2022, or until suitable candidate has been found.

KARA values diversity and welcomes all applications. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your résumé and cover letter to: hr@kara-frc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.