What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Receptionist position at Fresh Start Inc?
Job Description – Receptionist/Office Assistant
Fresh Start Emergency Shelter
The Fresh Start Emergency Shelter is a 501(c)3 organization in the service to help individuals and families who experience homelessness in Junction City, Kansas, and the surrounding communities.
Responsibilities:
- Meet and greet visitors as they come in, answer questions, and direct them appropriately.
- Notify staff of visitor’s arrival.
- Maintain a current directory of guests, staff, and organizations in the community to assist with guest needs.
- Receive, sort, and deliver mail to staff and guests.
- Maintain and file correspondence necessary for the operation of the Shelter.
- Maintain a safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Maintain supply inventory and handle incoming donations of clothing, food, toiletries, and supplies
- Complete additional duties as required by Director and/or Board of Directors
Hours & Wages:
- Full-time, 40 hours per week. Wages are paid semi-monthly on the 15thand 30/31stof the month.
- Starting wage is $12.00/hour
Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Telephone skills
- Maintain professional decorum
- People focused
- Handles pressure
Education/Experience Requirements
- High School diploma
- Familiarity with phone systems
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Performance Standards:
- Comply with all agency confidentiality policies
- Perform duties in an ethical manner, always maintaining professional boundaries
- Comply with applicable laws regarding discrimination, civil rights, and reporting of abuse
- Follow all agency policies and procedures
Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds on occasion
- Must be able to walk up and down stairs without assistance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Night shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Junction City, KS 66441: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $12 - $0