Receptionist The Residence at Bedford

Paycom; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Residence at Bedford, part of LCB Senior Living, is seeking a friendly Receptionist to welcome residents and visitors and keep the front desk running smoothly in Bedford, MA.

Key responsibilities include answering phones, directing calls, greeting guests, handling mail, typing and basic clerical tasks, and updating the communication log. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with 6 months to 1 year of reception experience and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Requires six months to one-year prior reception experience in an office environment.
• Typing or word processing experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic telephone reception systems and techniques.
• The ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing is essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and visitors professionally.
• Answer and direct incoming calls.
• Coordinate front desk activities and maintain the front desk.
• Update the communication log book on a regular basis.
• File correspondence and record guest meal charges.

Skills

Telephone etiquette

Customer service

Office support

Typing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

If you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one!LCB Senior Living is hiring Receptionist's at The Residence at Bedford Apply today for immediate consideration!**As needed**Wage band: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour based on years of experience!Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, co-workers and the surrounding community.As an associate you are expected to have an active role in growing community occupancy by representing and interacting positively with potential residents, family members and professionals.Perform all duties and responsibilities with a positive attitude.Handle incoming telephone calls in a professional and courteous manner and directs them accordingly.Greet guests and visitors in a professional and courteous manner and directs them accordingly.File correspondence.Sort mail.Record and type guest meal charges.Maintain and file resident safety sheets.Type correspondence as needed.Coordinate front desk activities.Maintain the front desk in a neat and orderly manner.Respond to emergency situations by contacting appropriate party; 911, fire department, police etc.Attend required in-service training sessions and orientations.Respond to residents needs in a courteous manner.Update the communication log book on a regular basis.Maintain community brochures and stock.LCBs Non-Discrimination Policy:LCB, including its managed care communities, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment and employment opportunities at LCB are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job with or without reasonable accommodation. All employment opportunities areprovided without regard to race, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy to provide equal opportunity encompasses all phases of employment, including recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.Job Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Must have knowledge of basic telephone reception systems and techniques.The ability to handle all incoming telephone calls and visitors in a pleasant and courteous manner, provide clerical support and represent the residence in a professional manner.The ability to respond calmly to emergency situations is essential.The ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing is essential.Focused and dedicated to provide excellent customer serviceThe ability to handle emergency situations calmly and completely is essential.Education: A high school diploma or GED is preferred.Experience: Requires six months to one-year prior reception experience in an office environment. Typing or word processing experience is preferred.Physical Demands:Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment.Visual and auditory acuity.Must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs. and be able to carry objects.Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand.Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.Must use good body mechanics.Must be able to type and use a computer.