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Administrative
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COV00054009 Requisition #

Your Opportunity:

Located in northern Alberta, the hamlet of La Crete offers a unique blend of community spirit, natural beauty, and opportunity. With a population of approximately 3,500, La Crete is a close-knit and growing community known for its strong family values, entrepreneurial spirit, and vibrant cultural life. Outdoor enthusiasts will find no shortage of recreation, with access to hunting, fishing, ATVing, snowmobiling, and camping. Residents also enjoy quality local amenities, including parks, sports facilities, and recreational centres. Despite its rural location, La Crete offers a warm, welcoming environment with strong community ties. La Crete Continuing Care Health Centre provides compassionate, person-centered care to 23 long-term care residents. The facility features home-like accommodations in small group settings designed to foster comfort, dignity, and a sense of community. We proudly embrace diversity and are committed to serving individuals of all backgrounds with integrity and respect. Why join us? Work in a supportive, community-focused environment. Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents and their families. This opportunity qualifies for Northern Living Allowance. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, Covenant Health currently has a Northern Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $6,300. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.

Description:

The Secretary I provides administrative support. The Secretary I performs these tasks in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health.

  • Classification: Secretary I
  • Union: COV AUPE GSS
  • Unit and Program: LTC Nursing LCCHC
  • Primary Location: La Crete Community Hlth Centre
  • Location Details: As Per Location
  • Multi-Site: Not Applicable
  • FTE: 1.00
  • Posting End Date: 10-DEC-2025
  • Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
  • Date Available: 20-DEC-2025
  • Temporary End Date: 15-JUN-2027
  • Hours per Shift: 7.75
  • Length of Shift in weeks: 2
  • Shifts per cycle: 10
  • Shift Pattern: Days
  • Days Off: As Per Rotation
  • Minimum Salary: $26.07
  • Maximum Salary: $31.68
  • Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:

One year related post-secondary certificate required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of computers. Proven communication/organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure with little supervision. Ability to recognize/maintain confidential information. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office computer software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point). Database creation and management required. Must be flexible, adaptable and great team player. Able to multi-task, prioritize and excellent time management skills. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Travel Expense Reimbursement: Permanent and temporary employees working in excess of one (1) year whose work sites are above the 57th parallel are also eligible to receive an annual reimbursement of personal travel expenses to an annual maximum of $1,235. Eligible employees will be reimbursed for the cost of one (1) round trip, per calendar year, to any destination within Alberta. Travel must originate from a community above the 57th parallel to any destination within Alberta and cannot be carried over.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in Geriatric Mental Health setting. Experience with Connect Care.

Hiring Requirements

Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.

 

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

 

Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

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