Office Assistant

The Pines at Brattleboro Center for Nursing and Rehab.; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

The Pines at Poughkeepsie is seeking friendly receptionists for part-time roles at 100 Franklin Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. You will be the first point of contact for residents, families and visitors, handling phone calls, emails and inquiries with warmth and professionalism.

These entry-level positions offer valuable exposure to long-term care and opportunities to learn and grow within our National Health Care Associates family.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous experience in a receptionist or customer service role preferred
• Proficient in using office equipment and computer applications
• Empathy and understanding towards the needs of residents and their families

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors, residents, and families with warmth and professionalism
• Manage phone calls, emails, and inquiries promptly and efficiently
• Receives inquiries and releases information in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Coordinate appointments, meetings, and resident activities
• Receives newspapers, mail, and gifts for residents

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English literacy

Customer service

Empathy

Office equipment usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Phone system

Job description

A Great Place to Work

The Pines at Poughkeepsie is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location

100 Franklin Street, Poughkeepsie, New York, 12601

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What You'll Do:

As a receptionist, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive atmosphere within our facility by acting as the first point of contact for all residents, families, and visitors. This entry-level position also offers a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn more about long-term care and its many career opportunities.

• Part-time Office Assistant - 15 hours per week
• Part-time Receptionist - 15 hours per week
• WEEKLY PAY!!

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist visitors, residents, and families with warmth and professionalism
• Manage phone calls, emails, and inquiries promptly and efficiently
• Receives inquires and releases information in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Coordinate appointments, meetings, and resident activities
• Receives newspapers, mail, and gifts for residents

If you are passionate about fostering a warm, positive and inclusive atmosphere, in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as a receptionist!

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What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Poughkeepsie team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

Starting from USD $16.97/Hr.

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What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a Receptionist include:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Previous experience in a receptionist or customer service role preferred
• Proficient in using office equipment and computer applications
• Empathy and understanding towards the needs of residents and their families

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We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.