Aperion Care is hiring: Receptionist in St. Charles

Base pay range

$15.50/hr - $15.50/hr

Summary

The incumbent will provide exceptional customer service by answering inquiries and obtaining information from the general public, residents, visitors, and other interested parties.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Operates telephone switchboard to answer, screen, and forward calls, providing information and taking messages.
• Greets all visitors entering the facility and will direct or escort them to their destination.
• Assists residents, family members, employees, and other visitors as needed.
• Performs general administrative tasks such as word processing and data entry.
• Maintains security by following procedures and controlling access (i.e. monitor logbook and surveillance footage).
• Maintain the general filing system and file all correspondences appropriately.
• Receive and sort daily mail/delivery/couriers.
• Reports any issues or concerns with residents to the Administrator.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high-school diploma or its equivalent.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to be resourceful, tactful, and proactive in dealing with any issues that may arise.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.