Receptionist- Part Time Weekends at Good Shepherd Services in New York, NY

Job description

• The Receptionist answers telephone calls and receives visitors in a courteous and professional manner at all times.
• Receptionist Reports to: Administrative Supervisor
• Location: 337 E. 17th Street, New York, NY 10003
• Schedule: Saturday & Sunday 7am-3pm Position is FULLY ONSITE. There is no remote option
• Salary Range: $21.96-$24.70 per hour based on relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation of the switchboard, which includes receiving, sending and transferring calls throughout the building.
• Provide assistance with copying, filing, shredding and other light duties as required.
• Accept deliveries, including large express parcel deliveries, and distribute mail.
• Identify individuals requesting entry into the building before permitting their entry.
• Document and maintain a record of all persons leaving and entering the facility, including employees, workmen, fire department employees, police department employees, and all other visitors.
• Monitor participant activities on the first floor, notify staff of guests upon arrival and report any pertinent information to supervisory staff.
• When applicable, observe the behavior of people (notably residents and their guests) while on the first floor and if a resident or their guest leaves the reception area without permission, kindly return them to the reception area.
• Assist people to and from the entrance of the building and to other first floor areas.
• Ability to work Holidays as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• One or more years experience as a Switchboard Operator/Receptionist preferred.
• Must have basic typing and computer skills, such as MS Word and Outlook.
• Must be able to assist people to exits/entrances and to other designated areas of the facility.
• Must be able to lift and distribute mail weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.

Skills

Preferred

• Bilingual Spanish