RECEPTIONIST – AWN (TAWOW CENTER)

Deadline To Apply: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Contract Type: FULL-TIME

Position Overview:

Aseniwuche Winewak Nation of Canada, A Fellowship of Aboriginal People, or AWN, is a provincially incorporated not-for-profit society based in Grande Cache, Alberta. AWN members share a unique history and ancestry as descendants of a diversity of Indigenous groups of Canada including Cree, Iroquois, Sekani, Dene-saa, Ojibwe, Assiniboine, and Shuswap. The Aseniwuche Winewak Nation are a Cree speaking people whose ancestors thrived in the Rocky Mountains and members continue to live a distinctive cultural way of life.

AWN is committed to building healthy communities and healthy individuals by providing leadership, programs, and services to meet the identified needs of its members.

Duties:

• Greet all visitors and direct them to the appropriate person or service.
• Assess safety risks of incoming clients and de-escalate or otherwise manage challenging behavior using safe work practices.
• Maintain general tidiness of the reception area, photocopy room, conference, and Lobby.
• Provide general information in person and by phone, re-direct calls and/or take and deliver messages.
• Provide office support services such as picking up and dropping of mail, maintain files, assist in the planning and preparation for meetings as required.
• Manage inventory and office supplies as directed.
• Assist with programming and events as directed.
• Prepare and maintain word documents, spreadsheets, and reports as directed.
• Perform general accounting tasks and data entry as directed.
• Provide direct administrative support to the Mental Health Coordinators and colleagues as required.

Qualifications:

• Completion of secondary school is preferred; post-secondary education or certification in business administration or a related field is an asset.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced office environment is desirable.
• Proficiency in computer programs and record- keeping/accounting systems, such as Microsoft Office and Sage Accpac, (or similar).
• Flexibility, independence, and strong time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Professional and respectful conduct when dealing with the public and colleagues.
• Knowledge of local culture, including the ability to understand the Cree language is an asset.
• Mandatory Drug and Alcohol testing.
• Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driving abstract.
• RCMP clearance is required prior to commencing employment.

Work Demands:

• This position is based in a typical office environment.
• Primarily sedentary work, with occasional lifting of up to ten pounds.

How To Apply:

To take advantage of this opportunity, email your cover letter and resume to: hr@adcalberta.com

This position will remain open for internal applications for a period of ten days from December 4, 2025. AWN thanks all applicants for their interest.