Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities
friendly work environment
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Advocates is a well-established organization dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds. As a respected provider of community-based services, Advocates focuses on delivering exceptional care and support to those it serves, making a significant impact in the community. The organization's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is central to its mission, fostering a workplace culture where all employees and clients feel respected, valued, and empowered. Advocates promotes a welcoming atmosphere through its comprehensive policies and dedicated staff, ensuring that everyone experiences dignity and respect in all interactions.
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Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- minimum 1 year experience in customer service
- understanding of cultural diversity
- strong communication skills
- ability to learn American Sign Language preferred
- teamwork and interpersonal skills
- computer proficiency
- English proficiency
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience in a customer service environment
- demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- familiarity with American Sign Language and/or willingness to learn preferred
- high energy level and superior interpersonal skills
- ability to function in a team atmosphere
- strong computer knowledge
- ability to read and speak English
- ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Job Duties
- Responsible for the daily open and close of the office
- ensure reception area is neat and clean, conference rooms and kitchen areas are in order
- answer all incoming telephone calls and direct the caller to the appropriate individual
- provide callers with information such as company address, directions, fax numbers, and website
- greet and direct all visitors to the agency
- maintain conference room schedules for corporate office
- receive, sort, and forward all incoming mail, stamp and prepare all outgoing mail
- coordinate the pick-up and delivery of express mail services
- distribute checks to employees and clients, ensure all checks are properly signed out
- process the daily deposit for accounts receivable, ensure rent, transportation fees, donations and funds for individual programs and functions are credited to the correct cost centers
- manage the ordering, receiving, stocking, and distribution of office supplies through providers
- handle office supply budgeting and track spending for all cost centers
- attend meetings with vendors as required
- assist with clerical duties such as photocopying, faxing, and collating
- attend and actively participate in supervision and team meetings
- assist with meeting set-ups, preparation and transcription
- update office directory on an ongoing basis
- ensure that individuals we support are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with Advocates' Human Rights Policy
- perform all duties in accordance with the agency's policies and procedures
- adhere to all principles related to the Advocates Way
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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