Receptionist (part-time)

sci; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) eligibility

Job summary

sci is hiring a part‑time receptionist in Fall River, MA. The role centers on greeting visitors, answering phones, routing inquiries, and supporting staff with routine clerical tasks. A high school diploma and basic MS Office skills are required, with prior reception experience preferred.

Flexibility for weekend hours and after‑hours support is valued to ensure smooth office operations. Compensation starts at 17.10 USD per hour, with eligibility for 401(k) benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months general office, receptionist, or administrative support experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and basic clerical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Greets guests and visitors, offering assistance when entering the building.
• Notifies staff when appointments arrive and escorts guests to the appropriate room.
• Answers routine questions about services, products, location directions, etc.
• Notifies management promptly about customer service or security issues.
• Maintains a comfortable environment for clients and families, including beverages as needed.
• Answers, screens, and routes incoming calls to staff.
• Maintains guest waiting area and handles general office housekeeping.
• Receives mail and packages and maintains organized files.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Professional interpersonal skills

Poise and diplomacy

Clear and professional speaking voice

Excellent communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Telephone system

Fax

Copier

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greets guests and visitors, offering assistance when entering the building
• Notifies staff members when appointments arrive and escorts guests to appropriate room
• Answers routine questions associated with services, products, location directions, etc.
• Immediately notifies and involves management with customer service and security issues
• Receives deceased belongings from family and follows chain of custody procedures
• Answers, screens, and routes incoming calls to appropriate staff members
• Maintains a comfortable environment for clients, providing beverages and other amenities for families as needed. May make coffee.
• Maintains guest-waiting area, disposing of trash, replacing tissues, and general straightening of furniture
• Receives incoming mail and packages
• Maintains organized and current electronic and paper files and records, such as deeds and trust files
• May perform light typing, proofreading, data entry or printing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Six months general office, receptionist, or administrative support experience preferred
• Proficient at operating telephones, fax, copier

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Clear and professional speaking voice and tone
• Professional interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
• Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy
• Ability to work schedule including Saturday and or Sunday and beyond standard business hours

Compensation

Salary: $17.10/hr

Benefits

• Part-time associates working an average 20 hours a week may be eligible for 401(k).

Postal Code: 02720

Category (Portal Searching): Administration and Clerical

Job Location: US-MA - Fall River