193 Casual Assistant jobs in Canada

Job Description

We are seeking a Part-Time Administrative Assistant

• Location : Back in Motion Vancouver
• Current Scheduled Shifts :
• Monday-Friday: 2:30 pm - 7:30 pm.
• Effective Date : ASAP

The successful person will be responsible for reception, answering and directing calls, processing referrals, file set up and management, sending reports, supporting an interdisciplinary clinical team with in person and telehealth service delivery, and providing exceptional customer experience to both external and internal customers. The position may also support clinical accreditation procedures as well as the corporate Health & Safety program.

We invite candidates with similar experience, intermediate skills in MS Office, Zoom, Outlook, MS Teams, etc.If you enjoy helping people and being part of a collaborative team, bring your exceptional customer service and communication skills along with you ability to problem solve and organize multiple priorities.

Back in Motion is a multiple award-winning employer with a culture of excellence, mutual respect, integrity, teamwork, and commitment to people.

Our team members say they enjoy our flexible working conditions within an environment of growth and development.They truly value that we hire from within for new opportunities and leadership roles.Because our teams are diverse and inclusive, we believe we are stronger because of our unique experiences and perspectives.Mentorship, training, opportunities to contribute, and continuous support in our career and personal milestones are just a few standards that are most valued within BiM.

Work with us and with our amazing team to make a real difference in peoples lives.

To learn more about what it is like to work at Back in Motion visit

Job Description

Clerical responsibilities include:

Answering all incoming calls

Greeting and directing clients

Responding to questions and requests for information

Generating and responding to incoming emails Creating and maintaining reports using Word and Excel

Other duties as needed

Full- and part-time positions available.

Job Requirements for Clerical Positions:

Exceptional communication skills

Great outgoing personality

Must be ambitious, goal-oriented, a self-starter and a good multitasker

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and have strong typing and data entry skills

Previous experience in customer service is a plus

Job Description

Status: Casual, Permanent

Vacancies: One

Schedule: Variable

Location: Calgary Zone

Hourly wage range: $22.00 - $24.00/hr

The Calgary West Central Primary Care Network (CWC PCN) is a non-profit organization committed to a healthier future. As a Primary Care Network, we work alongside hundreds of family doctors (our members) to support the patient-doctor relationship and provide programs and services at no cost to doctor or patient.

We are seeking a casual Medical Office Assistant (MOA) to provide administrative support to our clinical team at our Primary Care Centre (PCC). Appointments at the PCC are by referral only for people in need of an appointment within 24 hours and whose doctor is a member of the CWC PCN. Located at 5960 Centre St SE, Calgary, this clinic is an alternative to the walk-in system or a visit to the ER and is open every day of the year.

The available hours for this casual position include weekdays, weekends, and evenings. The available shifts will vary per week based on clinic need.

Front desk/reception

• Answer and direct calls from a multi-line switchboard and relay messages to appropriate individuals.
• Receive, greet, and direct patients, vendors, and visitors.
• Book new and follow-up appointments and provide confirmation calls to patients.
• Fax outgoing visit notes, consult letters, and appointment notifications to referring physicians.
• Receive, sort, and direct incoming packages, mail, and faxes.
• Support and monitor physician billing.
• Collect payment for uninsured services via point-of-sale terminal.
• Escort patients to consulting rooms and collect and enter patient vitals in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Monitor the patient waiting area and assist with ordering taxi services and directing patients to specialist clinics.
• Ensure the clinic is stocked with supplies.

EMR management

• Process incoming referrals and populate/update/validate patient information in the EMR.
• Scan and link patient documents in the EMR.
• Access medical records via Alberta Netcare.
• Enter statistical data for the collection of key performance measures for organizational and provincial reporting.
• Support attachment efforts for unattached patients via the online web registry.

Requirements

Education: A Medical Office Assistant or Unit Clerk certificate or diploma is required. Equivalencies of education may be considered.

Experience: Customer service or front desk experience is required. Relevant healthcare experience, preferably in a primary care setting, is an asset. Knowledge of primary healthcare and billing diagnostic and service codes is an asset. Equivalencies of experience may be considered.

Technical: Experience with EMR systems is required. Experience with Telus Health's Collaborative Health Record (CHR) is an asset. Experience with Microsoft Office is an asset.

Background check: A clear criminal Background check is required to start.

Benefits

We have been recognized as an Alberta Top 85 Employer for 2025. The CWC PCN is a leader in the provision of primary care through collaboration, innovation, and teamwork, creating healthy patients and satisfied providers.

The CWC PCN is committed to providing a physically, emotionally, and psychologically safe environment for all workers, patients, and visitors. We are also committed to promoting policies internally that ensure team members across the organization feel they belong and can perform to their best capacity in a supportive and respectful work environment.

To apply to this position, please submit your application to the posting on the CWC PCN’s website. When you apply, please include the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those who apply through the CWC PCN’s website will be moved forward in the recruitment process. This is a necessary step as we require important information from our application form.

Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered and decisions are merit-based. We invite applicants of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, ancestry, religious beliefs, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, age, family/marital status, and physical and mental disabilities.

The CWC PCN welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities or those needing an accommodation based on any other protected ground. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. To request an accommodation, please email

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting will remain open until the role is filled.

Job Description

Let us welcome you home to Parkwood Place in Victoria, BC.

Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada. 

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home. 

This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honour to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavours. 

Responsibilities  

• Executing general repair and maintenance work including painting, plastering, basic plumbing (e.g. replacing faucets, unblocking toilets), woodworking (e.g. replacing moulding, installing doors, replacing doorframes) and electrical work (tasks that do not require an electrician’s license, e.g. changing light bulbs).
• Cleaning, scrubbing, striping and waxing floors in the hallways, stairways, common areas, etc., as instructed, in order to maintain the premises in good condition.
• Emptying out garbage and recycling receptacles at regular intervals in order to prevent waste from accumulating, and ensures recycling materials are stored properly.
• Maintaining building exterior, grounds and parking lots.
• Removing snow on sidewalks and doors and applies salt to ensure resident, visitor and team member safety.
• Mowing and watering grass, tending to flower gardens and applies fertilizer as needed, to ensure the orderly appearance of the grounds.
• Completing the appropriate forms and documents; writing required reports based on available information in order to ensure the necessary follow-up.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience 

• Certification, training, and work experience, including competencies, in building repairs, painting and finishes, floor care, safety procedures, property maintenance, plumbing, heating and air conditioning.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position - preferred
• Proven customer service skills and excellent command of verbal and written communication. 
• Sound knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment used in the residence.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team.

Conditions of Employment 

• Clear Police Information Check 
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check 

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Job Description

Let us welcome you home The Evergreen Hamlets at Fleetwood in Surrey, BC.    

Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada. 

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home. 

This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honour to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavours. 

Responsibilities  

• Executing general repair and maintenance work including painting, plastering, basic plumbing (e.g. replacing faucets, unblocking toilets), woodworking (e.g. replacing moulding, installing doors, replacing doorframes) and electrical work (tasks that do not require an electrician’s license, e.g. changing light bulbs).
• Cleaning, scrubbing, striping and waxing floors in the hallways, stairways, common areas, etc., as instructed, in order to maintain the premises in good condition.
• Emptying out garbage and recycling receptacles at regular intervals in order to prevent waste from accumulating, and ensures recycling materials are stored properly.
• Maintaining building exterior, grounds and parking lots.
• Removing snow on sidewalks and doors and applies salt to ensure resident, visitor and team member safety.
• Mowing and watering grass, tending to flower gardens and applies fertilizer as needed, to ensure the orderly appearance of the grounds.
• Completing the appropriate forms and documents; writing required reports based on available information in order to ensure the necessary follow-up.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience 

• Certification, training, and work experience, including competencies, in building repairs, painting and finishes, floor care, safety procedures, property maintenance, plumbing, heating and air conditioning.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Proven customer service skills and excellent command of verbal and written English language.
• Sound knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment used in the residence.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a member of a team.

Conditions of Employment 

• Clear Police Information Check 
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check 

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We are looking for a casual Administrative Assistant to support various services at our North Vancouver clinic.

Current Scheduled Shifts:

• Administrative Assistant (Casual)
• Location: Legacies Health Centre North Vancouver
• Current Scheduled Shifts:
• Tuesday: 4:15pm-8:15pm
• Saturday: 10:30am-6:15pm
• Ideal candidate may increase to a T/Th/Sat schedule, and would be flexible to cover further hours on weekdays and/or weekends for coverage purposes.
• Effective Date: ASAP
• Coverage Opportunities:
• Vacation/Sick/Duties coverage at LHC North Vancouver or any other BiM/LHC locations (opportunities to cover shifts over 7 days per week from 7am-9pm).
• Current North Van-Specific Vacation Coverage Opportunities:
• June 23-25: full closing shifts (12:15pm-8:15pm)
• August 12 September 4: weekday closing shifts available

Hourly rate starting at $18.75/hour.

The successful person will be responsible for reception, answering and directing calls, processing referrals, file set up and management, sending reports, supporting an interdisciplinary clinical team with in person and telehealth service delivery, and providing exceptional customer experience to both external and internal customers. The position may also support clinical accreditation procedures as well as the corporate Health & Safety program.

We invite candidates with similar experience, intermediate skills in MS Office, Zoom, Outlook, MS Teams, etc.If you enjoy helping people and being part of a collaborative team, bring your exceptional customer service and communication skills along with you ability to problem solve and organize multiple priorities.

Back in Motion is a multiple award-winning employer with a culture of excellence, mutual respect, integrity, teamwork, and commitment to people.

Our team members say they enjoy our flexible working conditions within an environment of growth and development.They truly value that we hire from within for new opportunities and leadership roles.Because our teams are diverse and inclusive, we believe we are stronger because of our unique experiences and perspectives.Mentorship, training, opportunities to contribute, and continuous support in our career and personal milestones are just a few standards that are most valued within BiM.

Work with us and with our amazing team to make a real difference in peoples lives.

To learn more about what it is like to work at Back in Motion visit

Job Description

Let us welcome you home at Oakwood Manor in Victoria, BC. 

Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada. 

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home. 

This is truly supported by our credo. “Let us welcome you home.” All of us here feel it is an honour to work with our residents and we advocate a resident-centered approach where the Resident, is the focus of all our endeavours. 

As a Food Service Assistant, you are responsible for the well-being of our residents through creating a friendly, inviting dining experience for our residents.  

Responsibilities 

• Greeting residents  
• Take meal orders  
• Answering questions about menu items  
• Serve meals and beverages, including carrying heavy trays  
• Support residents requiring alternate menu option due to allergies or medical reasons  
• Assist with dishes and food preparation  
• Ensure the dining area is safe and sanitary  
• Serve during special events and catered functions as needed  
• Setting and re-setting tables, clearing debris and garbage  
• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies  
• Identify and report any health, safety, and maintenance concerns  
• Be able to maintain patience and tactful composure when dealing with residents, family members, staff members and visitors  
• Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements  

Qualifications and Experience  

• Minimum of one (1) year experience  
• Post-secondary education in culinary is preferred  
• Strong background in food services in a residential care setting or hotel  
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors and operational partners  
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to handle fast paced environment  
• Comprehensive food services knowledge, including focus on quality, production, sanitation and presentation  
• Superior oral and written communication skills  
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and problem solve  
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time  
• Able to work flexible shifts 

Conditions of Employment 

• Food Safe Certification 
• Clear Police Information Check 
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check 

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Back in Motion (BiM) is seeking a casual Temporary Administrative Assistant to support various services at our Richmond, BC location.

Current Scheduled Shifts:

• Administrative Assistant (Casual – Temporary Coverage for Maternity Leave until approx. August 2026)
  • Location: BiM Richmond
  • Current Scheduled Shifts:
    • Wednesday-Friday: 3:30pm-7:30pm
    • Saturday: 9:45am-4:30pm
  • Effective Date: ASAP
  • Coverage Opportunities:
    • Vacation/Sick/Duties coverage at BiM Richmond or any other BiM/LHC locations (opportunities to cover shifts over 7 days per week from 7am-9pm).

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Location: Regina/Pilot Butte, SK 
Position: Casual
Closing Date: Continuous

Join Our Team as an Educational Assistant!

As an Educational Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with diverse needs, including those with behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and other related factors. You'll provide supervision, academic support, and compassionate care while serving as a positive role model for our students. By working closely with teachers, you'll help implement effective educational routines and strategies that promote both behavioral and life skills. Your dedication will ensure that each student receives the personalized support they need to thrive and achieve their educational goals through individualized education plans.

Qualifications

Education and Professional Certification

• Completion of a high school diploma.
• An educational assistant or youth care worker certificate or diploma, or certificate, diploma, or degree in a related field of study is an asset.

Experience

• Up to one (1) year of experience working with children, youth, and/or adults with behavioral, cognitive, mental health, and/or developmental challenges.
• Experience as an educational assistant, job coach, or youth care worker is an asset.

Skills and Characteristics

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form genuine relationships and professional working alliances with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to lead through motivation, role-modelling, and support.
• Outgoing personality with interests that can be used to engage students (i.e. outdoors, arts, sports, etc.).
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Emotional competence and self awareness.
• Ability to display empathy, patience, and understanding in day-to-day interactions.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to set clear, attainable goals and meet individual and program objectives.
• Ability to adapt to new situations.
• Understands budget and allocation of resources.
• Open to continuous education and learning and development opportunities.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities

Services

• Provide supervision, care, and support to vulnerable persons with complex needs, behavioral issues, developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, and/or other related issues.
• Supervise and engage with students in a safe and structured environment.
• Participate in planning and programming in collaboration with the teacher.
• Assist in the implementation of individualized education plans and programming.
• Monitor and guide student’s behavior and educational progress. 
• Assist the students in achieving their educational goals.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Resolve conflicts and respond to crisis situations in a calm and patient manner.  Identify potential triggers, recognize escalating behaviours, and de-escalate the situation safely and effectively.
•  Administer medications to students when required. 
• Transport students as required.
• Document all incidents and updates such as; critical incidents, medication administration, and any other classroom or student updates.  Complete reports and documentation clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Leadership

• Provide direction, guidance, and mentorship to new employees, potential employees, practicum students, and volunteers.
• Display positive role modelling, agency values, and fairness.
• Collaborate with and communicate to the multidisciplinary team when required. 
• In the absence of the teacher, assume the roles and responsibilities of the teacher (i.e. attendance, budget, etc.).

Management of Resources

• Submit receipts and reconcile expenses for teacher approved expenditures. 
• Ensure mileage log is completed accurately when agency vehicle is used.
• Ensure care, cleanliness, and maintenance of assigned assets and resources including; building(s), vehicles(s), furnishings, and equipment. 

Safety

• Maintain, promote, and reinforce safe work habits, practices, and procedures. 
• Adhere to written or verbal agency and government regulations, policies, practices, and instructions.

At Ranch Ehrlo Society, we understand the importance of recognizing and rewarding the valuable contributions of our team members. That's why we offer a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond just salary. From comprehensive health and wellness benefits to opportunities for professional development and growth, we prioritize the well-being and success of our employees. Additionally, our package includes perks such as flexible work arrangements, recognition programs, and a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. 

Apply now on our website   to take the first step toward an enriching career with us!

Additional Requirements

The incumbent is responsible for completing all mandatory training requirements for the position as per agency policy and guidelines. 

Employees must hold a class five (5) novice two (2) or higher drivers license and be eligible for coverage under our commercial auto insurance policy. 

Wage range: $20.10 to $23.31 per hour.

If you have any question, please contact Ian Maclellan at