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Music Project Assistant (Part-Time, Fixed Term Contract)

Reports to:        Recreation and Volunteer Programs Manager

Supervises:       N/A

Job Summary

Reporting to the Recreation and Volunteer Programs Manager, the Music Project Assistant will work closely with the Music Project Coordinator to deliver day-to-day program support including client intake, data entry, preparing shipments and processing mail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Intake

• Process client applications
• Enter client information into database accurately
• Flag non-routine and urgent requests for Musi Project Coordinator

Prepare program materials

• Label music players
• Assemble packages for clients following strict procedures
• Create personalized playlists with strong attention to detail

Shipment and Mail

• Prepare shipments and strive to meet weekly targets
• Keep track of shipments that are not delivered
• Process incoming mail

Data Compilation

• Assist with organizing and compiling data
• Other tasks to assist with program implementation and administration as requested by Music Project Coordinator

Job Qualifications

Education:

• Post secondary diploma

Experience:

• A minimum of two years administrative experience
• Data entry experience
• Experience working with persons with dementia and their family or formal caregivers is an asset
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

Other Knowledge, Skills, Abilities or Certifications:

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to follow strict procedures
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Some evening and weekend hours as required