Receptionist - Full time (contract)

COGIR Real Estate; Penticton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company managing retirement residences is seeking a dedicated Receptionist for a temporary full-time position. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a polished telephone manner, handling inquiries and directing visitors. Join a team committed to making a difference in retirees' lives.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required.
• Previous reception experience is an asset.
• Must handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls and respond to inquiries.
• Greet and assist visitors professionally.
• Maintain an organized reception area.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Professional telephone manner

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Cogir 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!

Wage: 18.70-21.72

This is a temporary full-time position.

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.