Part-Time Receptionist - Ray Homes

Project HOME; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Project HOME is seeking a Receptionist to be the professional front-line contact for staff, residents, contractors, and guests at Ray Homes in Philadelphia. The role supports daily operations, building access, and a welcoming environment in a part-time evening schedule.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience, with strong communication, attention to detail, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a constant front desk presence and verify access for staff, residents, guests, and deliveries.
• Greet visitors, answer calls, respond to inquiries, and manage the visitor log.
• Conduct hourly rounds to monitor security and use cameras.
• Assist with clerical tasks such as typing, filing, copying, and deliveries.
• Facilitate room setups for community space meetings.
• Record shift summaries and share during shift changes.
• Address urgent situations using de-escalation and follow emergency procedures.
• Serve as dispatch/contact for outreach as applicable.
• Attend required meetings and trainings as needed.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday | 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.

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.