Part-Time Receptionist - Ray Homes

Project-Home; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Project HOME is seeking a part-time Receptionist at Ray Homes in Philadelphia. You will greet staff, residents, contractors and guests, monitor access, answer phones, and perform basic clerical tasks while maintaining a welcoming, safe environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least one year of related experience, strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with de-escalation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of related experience.
• Strong communication and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and answer phones with courtesy and clarity.
• Monitor building access and verify credentials for staff and guests.
• Maintain visitor log and require photo ID as needed.
• Assist with clerical tasks such as typing, filing, and deliveries.
• Support room setups for community space meetings and events.
• Document shift summaries and share during shift changes.
• Respond to urgent situations using calm de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Front desk

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Project HOME, every role contributes to our mission of empowering individuals to achieve stability, wellness, and self-determination. As a Receptionist, you will serve as a professional point of contact for staff, residents, contractors, and guests while helping to ensure tenant safety by monitoring building access and maintaining a welcoming environment.

This role requires a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service, supporting the continuity of daily operations, and contributing to a safe and supportive residential setting. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering and directing phone calls, responding to inquiries, monitoring building access, and performing basic administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to adapt quickly to a variety of tasks and situations.

Location: Ray Homes, 2101 W. Venango Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday | 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Hours: Part-Time (weekly or as needed)
Compensation: $18.15 per hour

What You Will Do:

• Maintain a constant presence at the front desk, granting access only to authorized staff, residents, guests, and delivery personnel while ensuring all guests sign the visitor log and present photo ID.
• Establish and maintain healthy, respectful relationships with residents, guests, and community members
• Conduct hourly rounds to monitor unusual activity, check the security of exterior doors and windows, and use security cameras for surveillance.
• Answer incoming calls, take accurate messages, and assist with clerical tasks such as typing, filing, copying, and managing deliveries.
• Facilitate room setups for community space meetings
• Document shift summaries and share during shift change.
• Address urgent and crisis situations using de-escalation strategies and follow emergency procedures for incidents such as floods and fires.
• As applicable, act as dispatch and point of contact for outreach, including completing response forms making referrals, and completing documentation.
• Attend meetings and trainings, including supervision, staff meetings, community meetings, linkage meetings, and court appearances, if necessary.

What You Will Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year of related experience

Core Skills:

• Basic computer/technology literacy

Who We Are

Project HOME is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness and poverty in Philadelphia. Through integrated housing, healthcare, education, employment, and supportive services, we empower individuals to break the cycle of homelessness and achieve lasting stability.

Our Supportive Housing team provides safe, affordable housing while promoting dignity, independence, and long-term success. We believe every person deserves a place to call home and the support needed to thrive.

Physical Requirements:

Project HOME provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Project HOME prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

Project HOME reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.