Top Benefits
About the role
Position Summary
Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed Secretary/Receptionist.
Under the direction of the Site/Resident Care Coordinator, this position acts as an administrative secretary to the Site/Resident Care Coordinator and provides clerical support to multiple programs within the Bulkley Lodge. This position performs a variety of administrative support functions such as word processing, data entry duties (such as separate program statistics, daily resident census), typing reports and documents from notes. Performs receptionist duties such as receiving visitors, responding to in-person and telephone inquiries, answers general inquiries related to programs and policies, and directs to appropriate department.
Bulkley Lodge is a stand-alone, long-term care home located in central Smithers, approximately five minutes from Bulkley Valley District Hospital. There are 53 beds including two respite beds plus three short stay beds. Bulkley Lodge provides daily therapeutic recreation services. Pastoral and spiritual services are provided by the Smithers Ministerial Group with regular, on-site spiritual care. There is a volunteer program in place to facilitate resident participation in social activities and outings. There is also an on-site, integrated community Adult Day Program, operating 7 days a week.
Smithers Smithers is located in the picturesque Bulkley Valley surrounded by three mountain ranges which provide a backdrop for the town’s Alpine setting. The main industries include forestry, tourism, transportation and agriculture. Smithers offers affordable housing and natural splendor that support a balanced lifestyle. The population of Smithers is approximately 6,000, with an additional 5,000 from the surrounding communities that access services. There are three elementary schools, one secondary school, one alternate format school for grades 9-12 and Coast Mountain College. Check out Smithers where there is always something new to experience.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
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Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
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Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
-
Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
-
Employee referral program
-
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
-
Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
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“Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
- Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
- Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
-
Program certificates or diplomas
-
High school/college/university transcripts etc.
-
It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page
Qualifications
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Grade twelve plus two (2) years recent related experience.
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Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities:
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Ability to type at 45 wpm.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
-
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
-
Ability to operate related equipment.
-
Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimal direction.
-
Ability to adapt and be flexible to changing priorities and demands.
-
Demonstrated organization and time management skills.
-
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
Comments
Competition #:
05704868
Employee Type:
CASUAL
Bargaining Unit:
BCGEU
Facility:
BULKLEY LODGE
Location:
Smithers, BC
Department:
BUL HCC-COMPLEX CARE
Reports To:
SITE/RESIDENT CARE COORDINATOR
Hourly Wage:
$27.10
Close Date:
JULY 31, 2025
- All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT
About Northern Health
Northern Health is the key provider of public health care in Melbourne's northern region.
Established in July 2000, Northern Health provides quality health care services to the expanding communities in Melbourne's northern suburbs. In one of Melbourne's busiest growth corridors, Northern Health offers the community health care services where they are needed - close to where people live.
Northern Health is made up of four campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre and Craigieburn Centre.
Our campuses work together to provide a unique mix of services including medical, surgical, emergency, intensive and coronary care, paediatrics, women's and maternal health, mental health, aged care, palliative care, and rehabilitation programs.
These services are provided through inpatient, ambulatory and community-based programs.
Northern Health's programs and services are split into two different streams - acute and sub-acute. This structure is designed to assist services to be integrated across our campuses and ensure that patients have access to the best healthcare within the most efficient time frame.
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Summary
Northern Health is looking for an experienced, highly efficient, and self-directed Secretary/Receptionist.
Under the direction of the Site/Resident Care Coordinator, this position acts as an administrative secretary to the Site/Resident Care Coordinator and provides clerical support to multiple programs within the Bulkley Lodge. This position performs a variety of administrative support functions such as word processing, data entry duties (such as separate program statistics, daily resident census), typing reports and documents from notes. Performs receptionist duties such as receiving visitors, responding to in-person and telephone inquiries, answers general inquiries related to programs and policies, and directs to appropriate department.
Bulkley Lodge is a stand-alone, long-term care home located in central Smithers, approximately five minutes from Bulkley Valley District Hospital. There are 53 beds including two respite beds plus three short stay beds. Bulkley Lodge provides daily therapeutic recreation services. Pastoral and spiritual services are provided by the Smithers Ministerial Group with regular, on-site spiritual care. There is a volunteer program in place to facilitate resident participation in social activities and outings. There is also an on-site, integrated community Adult Day Program, operating 7 days a week.
Smithers Smithers is located in the picturesque Bulkley Valley surrounded by three mountain ranges which provide a backdrop for the town’s Alpine setting. The main industries include forestry, tourism, transportation and agriculture. Smithers offers affordable housing and natural splendor that support a balanced lifestyle. The population of Smithers is approximately 6,000, with an additional 5,000 from the surrounding communities that access services. There are three elementary schools, one secondary school, one alternate format school for grades 9-12 and Coast Mountain College. Check out Smithers where there is always something new to experience.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
-
Comprehensive benefit packages including, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
-
Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
-
Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
-
Employee referral program
-
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
-
Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
-
“Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
- Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
- Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:
-
Program certificates or diplomas
-
High school/college/university transcripts etc.
-
It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume
Are you an International Applicant? Before applying for a job with Northern Health, please follow these steps on our Northern Health careers page
Qualifications
-
Grade twelve plus two (2) years recent related experience.
-
Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities:
-
Ability to type at 45 wpm.
-
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
-
Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others.
-
Ability to operate related equipment.
-
Ability to organize and prioritize work with minimal direction.
-
Ability to adapt and be flexible to changing priorities and demands.
-
Demonstrated organization and time management skills.
-
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
Comments
Competition #:
05704868
Employee Type:
CASUAL
Bargaining Unit:
BCGEU
Facility:
BULKLEY LODGE
Location:
Smithers, BC
Department:
BUL HCC-COMPLEX CARE
Reports To:
SITE/RESIDENT CARE COORDINATOR
Hourly Wage:
$27.10
Close Date:
JULY 31, 2025
- All postings with a closing date specified close at 11:59 pm PT
About Northern Health
Northern Health is the key provider of public health care in Melbourne's northern region.
Established in July 2000, Northern Health provides quality health care services to the expanding communities in Melbourne's northern suburbs. In one of Melbourne's busiest growth corridors, Northern Health offers the community health care services where they are needed - close to where people live.
Northern Health is made up of four campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre and Craigieburn Centre.
Our campuses work together to provide a unique mix of services including medical, surgical, emergency, intensive and coronary care, paediatrics, women's and maternal health, mental health, aged care, palliative care, and rehabilitation programs.
These services are provided through inpatient, ambulatory and community-based programs.
Northern Health's programs and services are split into two different streams - acute and sub-acute. This structure is designed to assist services to be integrated across our campuses and ensure that patients have access to the best healthcare within the most efficient time frame.