Receptionist - Full time, 4 months with possibility for extension

The Cridge Centre for the Family strives to be an exceptional employer by providing our staff with support, flexibility, and a workplace that makes a positive difference in our community. Our benefit package is outstanding, and the work environment is positive and supportive. We commit to thorough on-boarding, which includes substantial orientation, complete training, and support as you integrate into our team.

This person is the first face of the organization, and as such is able to relate respectfully, supportively and non-judgmentally with seniors, their families, friends and the public, being skilled in courtesy, tact and diplomacy. This person will have a positive and upbeat personality, be self-motivated and display initiative, be able to model acceptable ethical standards, be incredibly reliable and punctual, and professional in appearance.

This is an English Essential position (master and clarity of enunciation for phone work, communicating with the hard of hearing, and in written communication).

This person provides a range of general administrative and support duties including - facilitating the flow of communication, problem solving within procedural parameters, typing in a variety of styles, maintaining and creating spreadsheets, operating a till and handing cash, first responder to resident emergencies, answers the main telephone number for the Cridge Centre organization for short times as directed by the Receptionist Coordinator, lifts and delivers packages to resident suites and performs enhanced cleaning in the Seniors' building in order to maintain infection control.

This person also serves in the dining room and assists with housekeeping tasks frequently as needed.

This person is required to be on call up to 2 weeks per month. This includes being reachable by person cell phone nights and weekends to deal with sick calls, building emergencies, etc. This may include the need to cover a shift themselves if no one else is available. All hours related to on call or on site coverage, as well as a portion of cell phone use, will be paid as per the Collective Agreement.

This is a 4 month temporary position with the possibility of extensions or the ability to apply for other full time permanent positions as they arise. Benefits including paid sick and vacation time, extended medical and pension after 3 months of full time work.

Experience and Qualifications

• First Aid with CPR
• Criminal Record Check clearance
• One year's experience working in an office environment
• Must be bondable

Asset

• One year's experience in food service, housekeeping or both

Skills and Abilities:

A suitable candidate has:

• Proficient in the use of current versions of Word, Excel, Publisher, Power-Point and Access.
• An ability to communicate and relate effectively, respectfully, supportively and non-judgmentally with seniors, their families and friends.
• Mastery of English and clarity of enunciation for phone work, communicating with the hard of hearing, and in written communication.
• An ability to respond effectively and calmly in crisis situations.
• Knowledge of the effects of aging.
• Skilled in courtesy, tact and diplomacy.
• Must be able to easily lift 20 – 40 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Cridge Centre for The Family Seniors' Centre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender, or national origin. Please note that this position requires union membership.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $22.81 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person