Receptionist

Mohawk Meadows Rehab and Nursing Center; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Meadows Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Lafayette, NJ is seeking a warm, professional Receptionist to be the welcoming first point of contact for residents, families, visitors, and staff. You’ll set the tone for everyone who walks through our doors — a key role in a facility where first impressions and genuine care matter.

You’ll greet people, answer calls, manage sign-in, assist with mail and clerical tasks, and support the admin team with scheduling and data entry, helping maintain a

Qualifications

• Friendly, professional demeanor and welcoming presence.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Comfortable with phones, computers, and basic office software.
• Prior reception/front desk or administrative experience a plus.
• Dependable and able to multitask in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist residents, families, visitors, and vendors in a friendly, professional manner.
• Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and respond to inquiries.
• Manage visitor sign-in and follow facility security and safety procedures.
• Handle mail, deliveries, and general clerical tasks.
• Support administrative staff with data entry, filing, and scheduling as needed.
• Keep the front desk and lobby area organized and presentable.

Skills

Front desk etiquette

Communication

Organizational skills

Phone handling

Basic computer skills

Tools

MS Office

Email/ Messaging

Job description

Mohawk Meadows Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, a skilled nursing facility in Lafayette, NJ, is seeking a warm, professional Receptionist to be the welcoming first point of contact for our residents, families, visitors, and staff. You’ll set the tone for everyone who walks through our doors — a key role in a facility where first impressions and genuine care matter.

What you’ll do:

• Greet and assist residents, families, visitors, and vendors in a friendly, professional manner

• Answer and direct phone calls, take messages, and respond to inquiries

• Manage visitor sign-in and follow facility security and safety procedures

• Handle mail, deliveries, and general clerical tasks

• Support administrative staff with data entry, filing, and scheduling as needed

• Keep the front desk and lobby area organized and presentable

What we’re looking for:

• Friendly, professional, and genuinely welcoming demeanor

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Comfortable with phones, computers, and basic office software

• Prior reception, front desk, or administrative experience a plus

• Dependable and able to multitask in a busy environment

Why Mohawk Meadows:

A people-facing role at the heart of our community, on a supportive team that values warmth and professionalism.