THE ORGANIZATION

Since 1955, LutherCare Communities has been a leader in providing programs, services, and housing to residents across Saskatchewan with the highest quality of care and support.

Our Team Members provide caring services to residents and clients throughout Saskatchewan in our Seniors Independent Living Communities, Intermediate Care Homes, Long-Term Care, Group Homes for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, and programs like the Seniors Day Program and the Luther Seniors Centre.

LutherCare Communities is proud to offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of all entrusted to our care. These services are fully accredited to meet our commitment to excellence.

VISION

A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living™ for all.

MISSION

Our mission is to provide excellence in care, shelter, and support in a nurturing Christian environment for all entrusted to our care.

PRIMARY FOCUS

Reporting to the Chief People Officer (CPO), the Portfolio Assistant supports the CPO, Director of People & Culture, and Director of Marketing & Communications. The Portfolio Assistant contributes to processes and practices through accurate, timely, effective, and efficient administrative functions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Administrative support for the efficient day-to-day operation of the CPO, Director of People & Culture and Director of Marketing & Communications through collaboration and collegial teamwork
• Contributing to the preparation of agendas, minutes, reports, presentations, correspondence, projects, qualitative and quantitative data
• Building and maintaining spreadsheets and filing system
• Coordinating and scheduling activities
• CPO, Director of People & Culture and Director of Marketing & Communications calendar management including scheduling meetings (incoming/outgoing), booking a meeting space and other preparations as required
• Collation and processing of material as assigned
• Co-ordinating travel arrangements and hotel accommodation as requested and required
• Screen all incoming mail, determine routing, and ensure follow-up where necessary.  The incumbent composes correspondence for review, as necessary
• Responsible for maintaining a complex record and filing system for all correspondence and documents of an administrative nature
• Preparing, maintaining and updating division files and records
• Contributing to exceptional external and internal relations through courteous and tactful handling of inquiries, clear communication, and diplomacy
• Collect, analyze, and trend metrics
• Prepare and deliver reports to the CPO, Director of People & Culture and the Director of Marketing & Communications

In delivering these accountabilities, the Portfolio Assistant will:

• Be a champion of a resident-first culture
• Be sensitive to federal and provincial government and political processes
• Build and maintain good relationships and rapport
• Support continuous improvement by encouraging and embracing innovation, best practice and collaboration including working with others to enhance LCC’s reputation for excellence in care, shelter, and support
• Contribute to a diverse, culturally competent, and culturally safe work environment and representative workforce
• Support an engaged workforce through a culture of physical and psychological safety

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education:

• Completion of a Grade 12 diploma, supplemented by a certificate or diploma in office administration from a recognized college or institution.

Experience:

• Three to five years of experience working in a senior administrative assistant role
• Experience in a hybrid organization (for-profit and not-for-profit) would be considered an asset
• Experience in a health-care sector would be considered an asset
• Experience in a housing sector would be considered an asset

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Exceptional planning, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Expert written and verbal communication skills including excellent proficiency in editing material for clarity, accuracy, and conciseness
• Ability to work collegially, collaboratively and build positive relationships through respectful and professional interactions
• Ability to learn and develop a working knowledge of the organization, including its governance and organizational structure and relationships
• Excellent computer skills, with a good working knowledge of various programs, including but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Exchange, Schedule Plus, Visio, Intranet/Internet, and the capability to learn new programs as required
• Demonstrated approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
• Knowledge and experience in minute taking and synthesizing information
• Be self-directed, and confident in applying independent judgment
• Ability to anticipate needs, think critically and offer solutions to problems
• Possess a high degree of initiative, ingenuity, including the ability to work with little, and/or no, supervision
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality including handling confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to adapt to frequent change and work under pressure

WHAT WE OFFER

• Enhanced time off policies.
• An inclusive workplace.
• Learning & development opportunities.
• Prioritization of work-life balance.
• Wellness in the workplace.
• Culture of internal advancement.
• Paid sick leave.
• Extended Health and Dental benefits.                                         
• Group life and long-term disability benefits.
• Pension Plan.                                 
• Employee family assistance program.

We believe in the power of diversity, and we're dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment at LutherCare Communities. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

Applicants must provide a criminal background check prior to employment.

A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living™ for all.