Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

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$16.00/hr - $16.00/hr

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

• Greet visitors professionally and connect them with appropriate staff.
• Answer and route incoming calls to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain visitor sign-in logs and ensure adherence to front-office protocols.
• Schedule appointments and provide basic information about Community Support Hub programs and services.
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area.
• Assist staff in coordinating program schedules, client intake, and resource distribution.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and organizational information at all times.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• $16.00 per hour
• 15 PTO days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Immediate eligibility for 403b Savings Plan with 25% match
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal, and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Some college credits are preferred
• Prior experience in a receptionist, front desk, or customer service role.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use verbal de-escalation skills.
• Ability to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those living with mental health, homelessness, and/or substance abuse concerns.
• Ability to work with individuals who exhibit physically and/or verbally aggressive behaviors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel, Outlook, and basic data entry skills
• This position is office-based, with frequent client interaction.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Occasional lifting of supplies or materials may be required (up to 25 lbs.).

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture or gender identity. Our programs span a broad human service spectrum, from behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation or home care assistance for the elderly.

GCJFCS offers an opportunity to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelors and Masters level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we offer both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to fulfill state requirements at no cost to the employee.

Gulf Coast JFCS is an equal opportunity employer. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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