Front Desk Attendant

Ruth-and-Naomis-Mission; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

RRSP matching

Education & training

Job summary

Ruth & Naomi's Mission is hiring a Front Desk Attendant in Chilliwack, BC. This casual, on-site role combines reception duties with access control and client engagement to support residents, program participants, visitors, and community partners.

You will help maintain a safe, welcoming environment, document incidents, and assist staff with daily needs. Experience with vulnerable populations is preferred, with strong customer service and calm communication required.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in a front desk, client support, security, or community services role.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations is highly preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• Strong observation, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• First Aid, De-escalation, and Naloxone training (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Welcome residents, participants, visitors, and community partners with professionalism and respect.
• Manage front desk operations, access control, phone calls, and visitor check-ins.
• Monitor building activity and respond calmly to safety concerns and incidents.
• Apply de-escalation techniques to help maintain a safe environment.
• Complete incident reports, shift logs, and other required documentation.
• Conduct regular patrols and monitor CCTV systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area and common spaces.
• Support staff and participants with day-to-day operational needs.

Skills

Front desk experience

Customer service

Communication

De-escalation

Professionalism

Observation

First Aid training

Job description

Front Desk Attendant

Chilliwack, BC | Casual
$22.15 per hour (plus $1.20/hour overnight shift differential when applicable)

Ruth & Naomi's Mission is seeking warm, dependable, and professional Front Desk Attendants to join our team at the Family Centre.

As the first point of contact for residents, program participants, visitors, community partners, and guests, you'll play an important role in creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment. This position combines reception and access control responsibilities with participant engagement, de-escalation, safety monitoring, and facility support in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where every shift is different.

If you're passionate about serving others, enjoy working with people, and thrive in a role that blends customer service with community support, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Welcome residents, participants, visitors, and community partners with professionalism and respect
• Manage front desk operations, access control, phone calls, and visitor check-ins
• Monitor building activity and respond calmly to safety concerns and incidents
• Apply de-escalation techniques to help maintain a safe environment
• Complete incident reports, shift logs, and other required documentation
• Conduct regular patrols and monitor CCTV systems
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area and common spaces
• Support staff and participants with day-to-day operational needs

What You'll Bring

• Minimum one year of experience in a front desk, client support, security, or community services role
• Experience working with vulnerable populations is highly preferred
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Strong observation, problem-solving, and documentation skills
• First Aid, De-escalation, and Naloxone training (or willingness to obtain)
• A compassionate, respectful, and team-oriented approach

Compensation & Benefits

• $22.15 per hour
• Additional $1.20/hour overnight shift differential when applicable
• Employer-paid extended health benefits (for eligible full-time employees)
• RRSP matching program (for eligible full-time employees)
• Education and training opportunities

Why Join Us?

At Ruth & Naomi's Mission, every interaction matters. As a Front Desk Attendant, you'll help create a safe, welcoming, and hope-filled environment while supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, addiction, and other complex barriers. Your kindness, professionalism, and ability to respond with compassion can make a lasting difference every day.

Schedule

• Casual
• Primarily day and evening shifts, with overnight shifts available as operationally required
• Weekend and holiday availability required based on operational needs

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