ADMIN ASSISTANT, CAREER COLLEGE - PART TIME DAYS
About the role
Why Choose Northwood?
Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood!
Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do-but we're also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.
As Atlantic Canada's largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.
When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you'll find a place to thrive here.
We're committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognize that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know-we're here to support you.
Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger!
Responsibilities
Provides administrative support to Program Manager, Northwood Career College (NCC), Corporate Director, People Services, Manager, Recruitment and Manager, People Services
Assists with onboarding of new hires
Provides support to Program Manager related to Northwood Career College.
Reviews current conditional hires list
Works with new hires to start the registration for the Recognizing Prior Learning Process (RPL) Phase I and Phase II
Works with the CCA Program for application submission
Manages/tracks conditional student list and updates student files in both electronic / hard copy file formats
Assist Program Manager with the SDL guides for student RPL process
Provides administrative support for the full CCA Program as required
Reviews current conditional hires list
Works with new hires to start their RPL registration process
Works with the CCA Program for application submission
Manages/tracks student list and student documents
Assist Program Manager with the SDL guides for student RPL process
Participates in weekly status update meetings
Onboarding process of employees and students as needed.
Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
Community College Diploma; a one year administrative or business course
Two years of relevant work experience
Proficiency in keyboarding (50 words per minute) required
Knowledge of office equipment (e.g. photocopier, fax machine) required
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis according to Northwood’s corporate standard
Experience working in a similar environment is considered an asset
Location
Northwood Corporate Office
Department
Student Development/Admin
Schedule
Part Time Days
How to apply
Please click Apply!
Company
Northwoodcare Group Inc.
Location
10 - Human Resources - HFX
Opening Date
Nov 19, 2025
Starting Date
Nov 18, 2025
Requirements
Type
Description
Status
TDFED-003
College Diploma
Required Before Job Starts
About Northwood
Northwood is Nova Scotia’s original senior citizen advocate, dating back to 1962. Since that time, we have led the way as Nova Scotia’s most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. We are the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and are recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love! When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people, not on profit margins.
Northwood is a full spectrum health, lifestyle and continuing care organization with a staff of more than 1,700. We are continuously recognized as a great place to work, with the distinction of being one of Nova Scotia’s Top Employers as well as a Top Employer in Atlantic Canada. These special designations recognize employers who lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.
ADMIN ASSISTANT, CAREER COLLEGE - PART TIME DAYS
About the role
Why Choose Northwood?
Make an Impact. Be Inspired. Join Northwood!
Are you looking for a career where you can make a real impact? At Northwood, care is at the heart of everything we do-but we're also about community, innovation, and creating meaningful connections.
As Atlantic Canada's largest not-for-profit continuing care organization, we are a dynamic team of change makers, problem-solvers, and compassionate professionals who believe in the power of connection.
When you join Northwood, you become part of a forward-thinking, inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters. Whether you're starting your career or looking for a meaningful next step, you'll find a place to thrive here.
We're committed to diversity, inclusion, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We recognize that every candidate brings unique strengths, and we strive to create an equitable hiring experience for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process, please let us know-we're here to support you.
Ready to love what you do? Join Northwood and be part of something bigger!
Responsibilities
Provides administrative support to Program Manager, Northwood Career College (NCC), Corporate Director, People Services, Manager, Recruitment and Manager, People Services
Assists with onboarding of new hires
Provides support to Program Manager related to Northwood Career College.
Reviews current conditional hires list
Works with new hires to start the registration for the Recognizing Prior Learning Process (RPL) Phase I and Phase II
Works with the CCA Program for application submission
Manages/tracks conditional student list and updates student files in both electronic / hard copy file formats
Assist Program Manager with the SDL guides for student RPL process
Provides administrative support for the full CCA Program as required
Reviews current conditional hires list
Works with new hires to start their RPL registration process
Works with the CCA Program for application submission
Manages/tracks student list and student documents
Assist Program Manager with the SDL guides for student RPL process
Participates in weekly status update meetings
Onboarding process of employees and students as needed.
Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
Community College Diploma; a one year administrative or business course
Two years of relevant work experience
Proficiency in keyboarding (50 words per minute) required
Knowledge of office equipment (e.g. photocopier, fax machine) required
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis according to Northwood’s corporate standard
Experience working in a similar environment is considered an asset
Location
Northwood Corporate Office
Department
Student Development/Admin
Schedule
Part Time Days
How to apply
Please click Apply!
Company
Northwoodcare Group Inc.
Location
10 - Human Resources - HFX
Opening Date
Nov 19, 2025
Starting Date
Nov 18, 2025
Requirements
Type
Description
Status
TDFED-003
College Diploma
Required Before Job Starts
About Northwood
Northwood is Nova Scotia’s original senior citizen advocate, dating back to 1962. Since that time, we have led the way as Nova Scotia’s most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. We are the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and are recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love! When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people, not on profit margins.
Northwood is a full spectrum health, lifestyle and continuing care organization with a staff of more than 1,700. We are continuously recognized as a great place to work, with the distinction of being one of Nova Scotia’s Top Employers as well as a Top Employer in Atlantic Canada. These special designations recognize employers who lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.