Administration Receptionist

Epworth Children's Home is a respected organization with a rich history spanning more than 126 years, dedicated to serving children and families across South Carolina. This institution has consistently evolved to meet the individual needs of those it serves by providing safe and nurturing environments that foster growth, healing, and development. Using evidence-based practices and a comprehensive continuum of care, Epworth Children's Home offers specialized programs designed to support children, youth, and families through challenging times. As a faith-based organization aligned with the United Methodist Church, it emphasizes care, compassion, and confidentiality in its mission to nurture hope and faith in children and their families.

The role offered at Epworth Children's Home is for a Receptionist position, which involves operating a multi-line telephone system to handle incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate personnel efficiently. This role is vital in ensuring that communications within the organization run smoothly and that visitors receive a warm and professional welcome. The Receptionist is responsible for a range of clerical duties, such as managing voice mails, updating appointment calendars, handling mail and faxes, taking payments for services, and maintaining office supplies. Moreover, the Receptionist provides essential visitor support, ensuring access is monitored and that visitors are properly announced and directed.

This position requires excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a welcoming and non-threatening demeanor, especially important given the sensitive nature of the organization's work with children. The Receptionist must be discreet and respect confidentiality, while maintaining a positive and calm presence in all situations. The role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a team environment and are patient, compassionate, and dedicated to supporting the mission of helping children, youth, and families throughout the state.

Epworth Children's Home offers a rewarding work environment focused on client needs, providing comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans. Full-time employees benefit from company-paid life insurance, voluntary benefits like short-term and long-term disability, and a 403(b) retirement plan with company match. Additional advantages include ample vacation and sick leave, mission and volunteer leave, access to a credit union, employee assistance programs, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Career opportunities are available throughout South Carolina, allowing employees to grow alongside a mission-driven organization committed to making a lasting impact in the community.