Per Diem Receptionist

UMC (United Methodist Communities); Ocean City (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Group Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance & Development

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Job summary

United Methodist Communities is seeking a Per Diem Receptionist for The Shores, a UMC community in Ocean City, NJ. The role involves greeting residents and guests, managing a multi-line phone system, and supporting front desk operations with friendly, professional service.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, being 18+, and at least 1 year of receptionist or security experience. Per diem shifts include 3pm-11pm and 11pm-7am, with competitive pay and benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1 year of receptionist or security experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome residents, guests, and visitors and direct them to the appropriate location.
• Answer and route incoming calls in a courteous, professional, and timely manner.
• Conduct routine building rounds to help ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents and visitors.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of front desk activities.
• Monitor and respond to resident call systems and follow established procedures when assistance is needed.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and create a positive experience for residents, families, guests, and team members.
• Assist with administrative and clerical tasks, including filing and data entry.
• Support daily front desk operations and ensure efficient communication throughout the community.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Phone etiquette

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Per Diem Receptionist
$17.64 per hour | Per Diem
The Shores, a UMC community | Ocean City, NJ
Start anewcareer as a Per Diem Receptionist withThe Shores, aUMCcommunity!

United Methodist Communities has beenCertified as a Great Place to Work for 9 consecutive years, and87% of our team members say they feel they make a difference in the work they do. With more than a century of service in New Jersey, our community offers a rewarding environment where your work truly matters.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact:In a mission-driven and innovative organization
• Competitive Pay:$17.64 per hour
• Schedule:Per Diem | 3p-11p and 11p-7a shift available, providing coverage as needed
• Great Benefits:Reflective of our deep appreciation for our employees

What You'll Do:

• Welcome residents, guests, and visitors, providing assistance and directing them to the appropriate location
• Answer and route incoming calls in a courteous, professional, and timely manner
• Conduct routine building rounds to help ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents and visitors
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of front desk activities
• Monitor and respond to resident call systems and follow established procedures when assistance is needed
• Deliver exceptional customer service and create a positive experience for residents, families, guests, and team members
• Assist with administrative and clerical tasks, including filing, data entry, and other duties as assigned
• Support daily front desk operations and help ensure efficient communication throughout the community

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Must be 18 years or older (required)
• 1 year of prior experience in receptionist or security role (required)

Benefits Available to Eligible Employees:

• Flexible scheduling
• Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistant, Professional Development and E-Learning
• Generous Paid Time Off and 9 Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance & Discount Programs
• Supportive, responsive team environment
• Some benefits are position, shift and hours dependent

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify.
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.