Receptionist

Apscareerportal; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hickory Valley Retirement in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Receptionist for a temporary fill-in role through 12/31/26. The position supports residents and guests, answering phones and guiding visitors. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, with FT or PT options.

Ideal candidate enjoys working with seniors and provides warm, professional service. Responsibilities include first impressions, managing a friendly front desk, and collaborating with the team to maintain a welcoming environment

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with seniors
• Prior experience in a professional work environment
• Pleasant, cheerful personality with a high level of customer service
• Dependable and reliable
• Professional, team oriented, positive outlook
• Phone system experience
• Job satisfaction in primarily answering phones and greeting guests
• Computer skills in Word, Excel and Outlook a plus
• Quick responses with good judgment in emergency situations

Skills

Seniors experience

Customer service

Dependable

Team oriented

Emergency judgment

Professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Phone systems

Job description

Be our greeter and "director of first impressions" at our retirement community! Our RECEPTIONISTS bring hospitality and warmth to our residents, guests and incoming callers at Hickory Valley Retirement, a senior living provider in Chattanooga.

Temporary Role until 12/31/26

Fill-in for employee on leave

Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm - FT or PT hours

Ideal Candidate for RECEPTIONIST:

• Enjoys working with seniors


• Prior experience in a professional work environment


• Pleasant, cheerful personality with a high level of customer service


• Dependable and reliable


• Professional, team oriented, positive outlook


• Phone system experience


• Job satisfaction in primarily answering phones and greeting guests


• Computer skills in Word, Excel and Outlook a plus


• Quick responses with good judgment in emergency situations

Reasons to Choose Senior Living with Us as RECEPTIONIST:

• Senior living is a growth industry


• A chance to make a difference in someone's life


• Company stability: one privately-held owner serving Chattanooga for 40 years


• Career advancement opportunities

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