What are the responsibilities and job description for the Receptionist (part time) position at Pressley Ridge?
Essential Roles and Responsibilities
To ensure that all communications are received and forwarded to appropriate personnel, the Receptionist will:
•Operate centralized telephone control panel; using a professional and friendly greeting
•Take and forward messages and other communications to all staff, ensuring messages taken are complete and accurate
•Receive and greet, assist and direct all visitors; maintaining a professional demeanor
To ensure the front desk is operating efficiently, generating a professional atmosphere and that all other assigned clerical duties are performed timely and proficiently the Receptionist:
•Files all student records
•Assists with Student Information Systems
•Maintains inventory of office and student supplies
•Stays current on Pressley Ridge policies and procedures while maintaining a proper work environment that meets state and federal regulations.
•Completes any other clerical duties as assigned by administration.
Essential Competencies
Procedures: Knowledge of office and business procedures.
Computer Skills: Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Communication Skills: practices attentive and active listening; is aware of and uses body language effectively; able to write and speak clearly in a professional manner on a level appropriate for the intended recipient. Has the ability to deal with a diverse client base.
Time Management and Organizational Skills: Uses time efficiently and plans well; concentrates effort on important priorities while attending to a broad range of unrelated activities. Excellent Organizational skills.
Information: Ability to accurately gather and report information
Work Habits: Maintains punctuality/maintains attendance; manages time well; follows through dependably; able to be flexible and adaptable to change, cooperates with others.
Appearance: Professional appearance and behavior
Attitude: Positive attitude
Multiple Tasks: Proficiency in handling multiple tasks
Results/Outcome Orientation: Can be counted on to take pride in work and meet or exceed department expectations.
Essential Qualifications
1.Education/Credentials/Licensure:
a.High School diploma or GED.
b.Associates degree is preferred.
2.Experience: At least one year office experience preferred.
3.Clearances: State Police, FBI, and Child Abuse Clearances; CPSL Mandated Reporter-Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse training per state regulation
Working Conditions
1.Physical Demands. This position requires a low to moderate level of physical activity. Sitting for long periods of time. Employee must meet minimum requirements for Hearing, Speech and Vision. Hearing; not applicable for the School for the Deaf.2.Environmental. School & Community; Office3.Working Hours. As assigned or agreed upon by the Program Director.
