Administrative Assistant: Permanent Full-Time

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC) is a national health services organization dedicated to empowering people who are blind or partially sighted to live safely and independently.

Our certified specialists provide client-centered rehabilitation, mobility training, and daily living skills programs that help clients build confidence and thrive. We work collaboratively with ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other health care professionals, offering essential care on a referral basis in homes, workplaces, and communities across the country. We value our employees as our greatest asset — and we’re committed to supporting their well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. Administrative Assistant, People & Culture – Canada Summer Jobs
Term: Full-time, Contract – 8 weeks (Existing vacancy)
This funded position through the Canada Summer Jobs Program offers the opportunity to gain experience and learn practical skills associated with supporting human resources functions within a national health services organization.
VLRC is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to play a crucial role in supporting the efficient operation of HR-related activities within the organization. You will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of accessible and inclusive employee services by assisting with administrative processes, coordinating communications, and supporting the smooth execution of various HR policies, resources, and initiatives.
A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Protection Act
International students are not eligible.

Provide comprehensive People & Culture administrative support including, but not limited to filing, drafting correspondence, document preparation.
Assist with the development, distribution, and communication of HR policies and procedures, ensuring that employees have access to relevant information and resources.
Support administrative functions to ensure completion of work accurately and within established time frames.
Provide project/special assignment support, gather information and conduct research on a variety of People and Culture topics as required.
Contribute to workflow improvement or automation projects by creating templates, streamlining processes, and organizing information that enhances efficiency.
Be enrolled in degree or diploma studies in Human Resources or a related field.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite.

• Excellent administrative, time-management and organizational skills.
• Inclusion, Accessibility & Accommodation

We welcome applications from members of groups that have been historically marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, including those who are blind, partially sighted, or deafblind, women and 2SLGBTQ+. Direct lived experience is valued as an asset.