Receptionist & Administration Assistant 

Youth Focus is a for-purpose organisation creating brighter futures for young people in Western Australia through a range of no-cost mental health services.  

Youth Focus is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all. We strongly encourage all people, irrespective of ethnicity, diverse abilities, lifestyle choice, faith, sexual orientation, and gender identity to apply to be a part of our team.

Youth Focus is looking for an experienced Receptionist & Admin Assistant to join the team

• Part-time hours – 0.60FTE or 0.80FTE, dependant on candidate’s availability
• Fixed-term contract until December 2022, with possible extension 
• Burswood location (Head Office)

In this role, you will:

• Function as the welcoming, safe and respectful first point of contact for young people and their families/friends accessing Youth Focus
• Provide Administration support to Youth Focus staff and visiting service providers at the Youth Focus Head Office including assisting with data entry across multiple software systems and managing appointment schedules
• Coordinate the administration of meetings, agendas and minutes as required
• Provide support in facilities maintenance and WHS
• Maintain client confidentiality and privacy at all times and work with clinicians to ensure that the reception area is as culturally safe and appropriate as possible

About You:

To succeed, applicants will possess:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with young people from a range of backgrounds
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in an admin role
• Demonstrated experience and expertise with Microsoft office applications, specifically Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• A strong understanding of privacy and confidentiality within a healthcare setting
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work autonomously while also able to work effectively with other members of the teams
• Ability to work at least one late shift per week (until 7.30pm)
• Driver’s Licence and access to reliable vehicle

What we offer:

• An opportunity to be part of a person-centred, flexible, family friendly organisation
• An inclusive and welcoming environment for all
• Competitive salary offerings with the ability to salary sacrifice
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Additional annual leave, long service leave, and
• Generous paid parental and partner leave

Interested?

To apply for this role please send through your CV and Cover Letter that addresses the abovementioned selection criteria in the ‘About You’ section. 

                Applications close 9.00am, Monday 14 March 2022

Please note:

• Appointment to the role is subject to the successful candidate providing a clear National Police Check certificate and Working with Children Check card
• Shortlisting will commence immediately and the role may close earlier than the date mentioned above if we find a suitable candidate
• Due to the high volume of applications received for our advertised positions, only those applicants who are short-listed will be contacted. To those applicants not short-listed, we extend our appreciation for considering Youth Focus as a potential employer

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
  
  
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
  
  
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
  
  
• What's your expected annual base salary?
  
  
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
  
  
• How many years' experience do you have as an administration assistant?