Front Desk Assistant

Overview

The DePaul Riverside Apartments are now hiring a Font Desk Assistant! The Front Desk Assistant welcomes all guests and assists them with their needs in a kind and courteous manner. Keyboard skills and a knowledge of general office procedures required.  Must have an ability to interact in a positive manner with staff, residents and guests.

Why work for DePaul?

Make a positive difference in someone's life

Supportive work environment

We value diversity

• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits and competitive wages
• Pay range for this position is $21-$21.30/hour

Responsibilities

• Respects and maintains Residents’ rights and confidentiality.
• Greet and welcome guests, residents, families, and service providers in a prompt, caring and positive manner.
• Perform required screening of all individuals for safe entry into the facility.
• Ability to communicate effectively with persons speaking English and respond to requests promptly and cheerfully.
• Receive all incoming calls and route them appropriately.  Document accurate messages for staff whenever they are unavailable to take calls.
• Assist in scheduling appointments and tours.  Provide tours of the building to families and potential residents as needed or requested by supervisor.
• Assist tenants, vendors, staff, and visitors as needed by connecting with appropriate persons or items they are on site for.
• Knowledgeable of site specifics to provide appropriate answers if staff are unavailable.
• Assist with common space activities, events and set up as needed.
• Maintain a neat and welcoming environment within the reception area.
• Receive applications via walk-ins and route them appropriately.
• Walk around site for rounds to ensure doors are closed and lights are off in unused rooms, and common areas are clean & organized.
• Assist in performing clerical duties to aid in the effective and efficient operation of programs, including scheduling of community space and transportation needs of tenants.
• Driving or transporting Residents or Tenants as needed/requested.
• Attend staff meetings, in-services, and trainings as requested or required.
• Perform any other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the community.

Qualifications

Education

: High School diploma with training in a business office setting preferred.  Notary Public preferred.

Other

:  Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

Experience

: Microsoft Office skills and a knowledge of general office procedures required.  Ability to interact in a positive manner with staff, residents, and guests

Work Environment

This position is Monday-Friday on the day shift.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs,  Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs.
• DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and program need.