New Opportunities, Inc.

Temporary Receptionist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $16.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program

Job Description

New Opportunities Inc. is a reputable community action agency serving the Connecticut region, specifically the cities of Waterbury, Meriden, Torrington, Danbury, Thomaston, and 27 surrounding towns. Established in 1964 as a private non-profit corporation, New Opportunities operates as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the lives of economically disadvantaged individuals. With an annual budget exceeding 41 million dollars, this agency administers over 50 social service programs that focus on alleviating poverty and supporting low-income, elderly, and disabled populations. As the fourth-largest employer in Waterbury, New Opportunities is committed to empowering their clients by providing resources that help increase their... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 1-2 years of related experience and/or training preferred
  • Ability to do various and multiple tasks
  • Telephone skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Time management
  • Organizational skill
  • Customer service
  • Recordkeeping
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work with diverse groups
  • Bilingual a plus

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 1-2 years of related experience and/or training preferred
  • Ability to do various and multiple tasks
  • Telephone skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Microsoft Office skills
  • Time management
  • Organizational skill
  • Customer service
  • Recordkeeping
  • Written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work with diverse groups
  • Bilingual a plus

Job Duties

  • Welcomes, informs, and directs all visitors, calls, and customers in a courteous and expeditious manner
  • Ensures that all customers, community leaders, and officials feel welcomed and well received by the agency
  • Directs visitors to sign in and calls the person with whom they are meeting
  • if designated staff member is not available, calls an assigned contact person
  • Contacts appropriate departments if a visitor appears without an appointment to determine if the visitor can be seen or needs to leave information for a follow-up call
  • Maintains and keeps organized the reception area, so that customers and visitors can be assisted in an orderly, pleasant, timely and business like manner
  • Maintains a visitor log and provides summary information as requested
  • Directs visitors to elevators and bathroom facilities, as appropriate
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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