School Receptionist

Residing Hope Job OpportunityThis is a full-time, hourly position working Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The position is located in Enterprise, FL.Do you believe that every child deserves a healthy, happy, nurturing environment in which to grow? Are you an individual who desires to dedicate your career to enriching the lives of children and families?

If so, we look forward to you joining the Residing Hope where you can make a positive difference to children and families in need.How We Help Children in NeedAt Residing Hope, we believe that children and families should be empowered to experience the transforming love of Christ through evidence-based care and holistic services. This is reflected in our work as we care for children in crisis, including those abused, abandoned or neglected.We give love, hope, and a place to live to more than 500 children through group homes, foster care, an independent living program, and specialized therapy.Why the Children's Home?Competitive insurance plans, including health, dental, vision, life insurances, and moreWork life balance, including flexible scheduling, generous paid time off plans and ten paid holidays per yearRetirement benefits with up to a 5% contribution matchEducational tuition reimbursement and certification incentivesIncredible training opportunitiesDiscounted tuition rates to our onsite Montessori schoolWhat You NeedAA Degree and two years' of experience, preferredHigh school degree; experience in an office management positionAdditional certification in Office Management is a plusEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAnswer telephone, screen and direct callsTake and relay messagesProvide information to callersGreet persons entering organizationDirect persons to correct destinationGive ToursDeal with queries from the public and customersCollect and register paymentsCoordinate with financeEnsure knowledge of staff movements in and out of organizationProvide general administrative and clerical supportPrepare correspondence and documentsReceive and sort mail and deliveriesSchedule appointmentsMaintain appointment diary either manually or electronicallyOrganize conference and meeting room bookingsCo-ordinate meetings and organize cateringMonitor and maintain office equipmentControl inventory relevant to reception areaTidy and maintain the reception areaGreet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the officeDirect visitors to the appropriate person and areaAnswer, screen and forward incoming phone callsEnsure reception area is stocked with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/emailMaintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stockUpdate calendars and schedule meetingsKeep updated records of office expenses and costsPerform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxingTreat staff with respect and in a professional wayMaintain student recordsAdminister medications in accordance of ECED policies and proceduresSupervise other office staffTreat children and family members with dignity, compassion and respect.

Always remain objective.Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.House Bill ) Requires that we provide the following link that we screen all applicants through the Clearinghouse part of our commitment to safety and child protection, Residing Hope requires all candidates for positions with access to children and teens to complete the Diana Screen®. The Diana Screen is a scientifically validated online sexual risk screen designed to help identify individuals who may not recognize appropriate sexual boundaries between adults and children. It is not a test of intelligence, but a tool to measure attitudes and potential risk.