Temporary Front Desk Receptionist - Help & Connect (12 wks)

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a temporary receptionist/administrative assistant in Sioux Falls. The role involves greeting clients, answering calls, directing inquiries to appropriate programs, and handling routine clerical tasks.

This position supports the Social Service Department in eligibility screening and appointment setting. Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, with at least 1 year in reception or data entry.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED. Some secondary education preferred. Minimum of 1 year of related experience in reception, telephone work, or data processing preferred.
• Ability to work with people of varying backgrounds and cultures with patience and respect.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft software to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. As well as the ability to access payroll, timekeeping and personal data via a web-based system.
• Administrative skills to include utilization of standard office equipment, data entry, 10-key, attention to details and filing.
• Good communication skills both written and spoken, and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters.

Responsibilities

• Greet all incoming clients/visitors in a friendly professional manner.
• Answer phone calls in pleasant, courteous manner.
• Direct assistance needed calls and walk-in clients to the appropriate Family Service Programs and/or outside agencies to meet their needs.
• Perform general administrative clerical duties to include but not limited to photocopying, scanning, filing, office supply management for supply orders, etc.
• Provide paperwork and information about Pathway of Hope to incoming clients seeking assistance.
• Assist office staff with mailings/projects.
• Assist with maintaining records/ track information of in office programs such as food pantry, general assistances, and other special projects as assigned.
• Determines preliminary eligibility of clients for internal programs and services, be able to competently fill out documents completely and accurately.
• Assist with seasonal activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Administrative skills

Diversity sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division is seeking a temporary receptionist/administrative assistant in Sioux Falls. The role involves greeting clients, answering calls, directing inquiries to appropriate programs, and handling routine clerical tasks.

This position supports the Social Service Department in eligibility screening and appointment setting. Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, with at least 1 year in reception or data entry.