Receptionist Traditions of Dedham

LCB Senior Living•Dedham, MA

12d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring a Receptionist at Traditions of Dedham. This role is part-time/per diem, working Monday - Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. The wage band is $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, based on years of experience. This is a rewarding role working with seniors, offering benefits such as paid time off, holiday pay, and the possibility for tuition reimbursement. Associates working 24-29 hours per week are eligible for these benefits. The position requires promoting the mission and values of the residence and LCB Senior Living, actively contributing to community occupancy growth by positively representing the community to potential residents, families, and professionals.

Requirements

Must have knowledge of basic telephone reception systems and techniques.
The ability to handle all incoming telephone calls and visitors in a pleasant and courteous manner, provide clerical support and represent the residence in a professional manner.
The ability to respond calmly to emergency situations is essential.
The ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing is essential.
Focused and dedicated to provide excellent customer service.
The ability to handle emergency situations calmly and completely is essential.
Requires six months to one-year prior reception experience in an office environment.
Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment.
Visual and auditory acuity.
Must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs. and be able to carry objects.
Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand.
Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.
Must use good body mechanics.
Must be able to type and use a computer.

Nice To Haves

Typing or word processing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, co-workers and the surrounding community.
Represent and interact positively with potential residents, family members and professionals to grow community occupancy.
Handle incoming telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner and directs them accordingly.
Greet guests and visitors in a professional and courteous manner and directs them accordingly.
File correspondence.
Sort mail.
Record and type guest meal charges.
Maintain and file resident safety sheets.
Type correspondence as needed.
Coordinate front desk activities.
Maintain the front desk in a neat and orderly manner.
Respond to emergency situations by contacting appropriate party; 911, fire department, police etc.
Attend required in-service training sessions and orientations.
Respond to residents needs in a courteous manner.
Update the communication log book on a regular basis.
Maintain community brochures and stock.