Receptionist - Jobs in Kamloops, BC

Job Description

Geographic Catchment Area:Kamloops which is located in the unceded Secwépemculecw and the Two Rivers Métis Society.Reports to: Office ManagerHours of Operation: Monday to Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm.Position Overview:The Receptionist plays an instrumental role in the overall successful operations of the Society. The duties of the Office Assistant include, but are not limited to receptionist, greeting clients and guests, contributing to and maintaining a culturally safe and trauma informed office environment, , and other administrative support as required by our Michif Child and Family Services Team.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Screens incoming child protection related calls and transfers to appropriate social worker and provides information on process for Centralized Screening
• Answers phones, greet clients/visitors and manages front lobby and related activities.
• Assists all Support Services teams with administrative duties as required.
• Contributes to and maintains a culturally safe and trauma informed office environment and ensures meeting spaces are well organized and maintained.
• Responds to outside inquiries about services offered by the Society. Communicates with other community service agencies and/or ministries regarding client enrolment and attendance at programs and events.
• Collects, researches, organizes and summarizes data from a variety of sources and produces reports such as program reports, AGM reports and board reports.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties such as drafting and typing correspondence, arranging meetings, and taking minutes.
• Creates posters/flyers/presentations for events and programs utilizing Microsoft Publisher and PowerPoint formats.
• Maintains the Society’s distribution list and distributes materials as requested by the Office Manager or Executive Director.
• Maintains and updates agency website and Facebook site.
• Assists in the distribution of gift cards, transit passes, and ARCH program applications.
• Other job-related duties as requested by the Office Manager/Executive Director

Qualifications & Requirements

• Completion of a diploma in office administration; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• One-year related experience in a fast-paced environment
• Valid Level 1 First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Completion of a Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Course
• Experience with Windows 10 Operating System and Microsoft Office Systems
• Work experience within a non-profit organization an asset.
• Knowledge of Métis history, culture and community an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to be creative, innovative and highly organized.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a high paced, high energy and high stressed work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm, respectful and de-escalate challenging confrontations and situations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple requests from multiple departments.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record required.
• Successful applicant must pass a criminal record review.
• As per Section 16 of the Federal Charter of Human Rights Act, preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous Ancestry

Employees of LMO receive an annual wellness stipend after successful probation.Covid-19 Policies:

• As per current PHO orders regarding CLBC funded service providers, all employees of Lii Michif Otipemisiwak Family and Community Services are required to be fully vaccinated.

Job Types: Full-time, PermanentSalary: $20.25 per hourBenefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kamloops, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Front desk: 1 year (preferred)
• Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One locationApplication deadline: 2023-03-31Quick Apply

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