Casual Receptionist

Cogir Senior Living; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Casual Receptionist for Our Parents' Home in Edmonton. The role involves answering calls, greeting visitors, directing inquiries, and supporting on-site administrative tasks in a friendly, professional environment.

The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, be highly organized, and comfortable handling multiple tasks with a positive demeanor. Prior reception experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office are preferred.

Qualifications

• Above average interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Reception experience is an asset.
• Professional and polished telephone manner.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-Mail).

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls in a courteous and professional manner.
• Greet and direct visitors to appropriate contacts or areas.
• Redirect calls and take clear, concise messages when needed.
• Sort and distribute internal mail; stamp and deliver external mail.
• Schedule and coordinate meeting room bookings.
• Maintain up-to-date phone and distribution lists.
• Keep reception area clean, safe, well-organized.
• Assist with small administrative tasks as required by the team.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Written communication

Reception experience

Telephone etiquette

Multi-tasking

Organization

Office software

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Casual ReceptionistApplylocations: Our Parents' Home - 10112-119 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5K 1Y9time type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 13, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R17469Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.**Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence**We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!Reporting to on site Management, the Receptionist will respond to all incoming calls, greet and direct all visitors, answering inquiries in a positive and professional manner. **Key Responsibilities*** To answer all incoming calls, and respond to caller's inquiries in a positive, professional manner;* To redirect calls as appropriate and take clear, concise messages when required;* To greet, assist and direct all visitors;* To pick up and sort internal mail;* To stamp, deliver and maintain mail machine for external mail;* To prepare packages and arrange courier pick up;* To arrange meeting room schedule and bookings;* To update phone and distribution lists;* To maintain a clean, safe, fully stocked and well organized reception area;* To assist with small projects as required by other administrative support (i.e. labels, bulk mailing, etc.);* To complete other duties as assigned;* To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity.**Qualifications*** Above average interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;* Previous experience in reception is considered an asset;* Must exhibit professional and polished telephone manner;* Ability to handle multiple tasks at once, work under pressure, and meet deadlines;* Highly organized and detail focused;* Expertise in Microsoft Office ( Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-Mail)*Cogir* *is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.*