Receptionist (59666)
WOODLAND POND INC · Woodland Pond Inc - New Paltz, NY 12561
About The Role
DescriptionResponsible to Position Classifications
Concierge and Security Services Coordinator Hourly/Non-exempt
Directly Supervises and Evaluates
None
Is Back Up To: Reception/Concierge
Is Backed Up By: Reception/Concierge
WOODLAND POND CONFORMANCE STATEMENT
In the performance of their respective duties and responsibilities all employees are expected to conform to the following:
Performing quality work with or without direct supervision
Interacting professionally with other employees, residents, guests, and all others
Working effectively and in accordance with the Woodland Pond Communication Fundamentals
Completing tasks independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
Complying with all federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations as well as Woodland Pond policy and procedure at all times
Position Summary
The Receptionist is responsible for answering and routing calls, greeting visitors, assisting residents and visitors with various tasks, office clerical work, handling emergencies, and providing support services to the administrative staff
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function)
Answering multi line telephone system; routing calls, transferring calls, and taking messages (*CF)
Ensuring ALL visitors sign in and out (Including but not limited to physicians, consultants, contractors etc.) (*CF)
Handling Emergencies in a calm and composed manner; Calling 911 in the event of an emergency, reading the fire alarm panel, communicating with emergency personnel, residents, and staff during an emergency, activating quick message communication, contacting the Wellness Nurse if a resident has a physical emergency (*CF)
Entering work requests in Worxhub
Updating “Report of Nursing Staff” sheet and posting (*CF)
Coordinating services for residents; transportation, dining reservations, guest room reservations, event ticket purchasing, package/mail distribution, activity sign up, housekeeping and maintenance requests, and other services as assigned (*CF)
Assisting Resident Services Director, Activities Coordinator and other department heads with clerical work as needed
Completing all required training and in-services
All other duties as assigned
GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance
- Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties
- Willing to learn and grow
- Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays
- Maintains predictable and reliable attendance, wearing the appropriate uniform as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or HSE, with two years of similar experience, or
- Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school, with one year of similar experience
- Computer skills using word processing, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, and data base programs
- Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask
- Demonstrated knowledge of appropriate skills for communicating by telephone and in person with individuals of all ages, especially the geriatric population
- Degree of travel
- Occasional off-site meetings, seminars, and conferences
Disruption to Routine
Must adapt to frequent schedule changes, department workload, and resident needs
Safety Hazards in Job
None
Physical Demands
Never
Occasionally
Frequently
Continually
Sit
X
Stand
X
Walk
X
Bend/Stoop
X
Squat
X
Crawl
X
Climb
X
Reach Above Shoulder Level
X
Kneel
X
Balance
X
Lift, Carry, Push, Pull
Maximum 10 Lbs.
X
Maximum 20 Lbs.
X
Maximum 50 Lbs.
X
Maximum Over 50 Lbs.
X
Must Be Able To
See
X
Hear
X
Speak
X
Use One Hand
X
Use Both Hands
X
Environmental Conditions
Never
Occasionally
Frequently
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