Receptionist

We are looking for a motivated, customer service oriented individual to join our team as a Receptionist.

peopleCare is a family owned, values-based organization that provides outstanding care and exceptional experiences for those who live and work in our long-term care and retirement homes. Our staff are engaged, enthusiastic and strive to exceed expectations. We are always looking to hire talented and caring new people, who want to make a difference and who embrace change with a positive attitude. Investing in staff wellness, recognition, education, and leadership development is a priority.
Named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for ten years in a row, peopleCare is also accredited with Exemplary Standing. These distinctions are thanks to our outstanding team of skilled and dedicated people working collaboratively with our partners to drive excellence in operations, care, and services. Our teams are committed to social impact and going Beyond Ourselves in our communities.

THE ROLE
As a member of the peopleCare team, this position will provide administrative support for the Administration and Nursing offices, while ensuring efficient office practices. This position provides the initial contact representing the corporate mission, vision and values to resident families and all other visitors.

**Reports to**: Executive Director/Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist as requested to process accounts payable including verifying totals and coding as required.
- Assist as requested to process accounts receivables including verifying totals.
- Process daily bank deposits for resident accounts receivable account.
- Ensure that workstation is safe and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
- Maintain departmental files and records, including correspondence, forms, and routine office records and reports.
- Monitors resident and visitor movement both in and out of the building.
- Receive incoming mail and co-ordinate distribution, and process outgoing mail.
- Answer telephone, greet visitors, and receive routine inquiries in person and by phone, relaying calls and messages to the appropriate personnel.
- Schedules tours to the home.
- General office duties including: photocopying, faxing etc.
- Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
- Functions under general guidance.
- Provides information to senior management.
- Sign for deliveries

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Grade 12 Graduation or approved departmental equivalent.
- Bookkeeping and experience in handling cash.
- Previous satisfactory experience in the routine operation of a Business Office.

Thank you for your interest in working with us