Receptionist

Company: Caring People Alliance
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description CARING PEOPLE ALLIANCE RECEPTIONISTCommunity Center Statement of General Purpose The Receptionist provides routine administrative support in Community Centers by handling telephone calls; greeting clients and visitors, and providing directions as needed; preparing, copying, filing, and distributing a variety of documents; maintaining logs and other records; handling mail and faxes; and assisting management as directed and in accordance with standard operating procedures. Examples of Essential Functions and Responsibilities Greets clients and visitors to the facility, and provides guidance and direction. Answers telephone calls and routes callers to the appropriate party. Prepares a variety of memos, letters, faxes, and other documents using computer or typewriter. Photocopies documents as directed; ensures that copy machine is stocked with paper and toner; notifies facility management when service and supplies are required. Handles mail and faxes and related communications; sorts, stamps, logs, and ensures delivery to the appropriate person. Maintains attendance logs and other records for employees, clients, and program participants. Assists in preliminary screening and logging of new eligibility applications. Assists in maintaining facility files and records. Prepares identification photographs and membership cards. Ensures that facility has an adequate supply of required forms and other documents distributed from reception desk. Ensures that reception area and lobby are neat, clean, and free from unnecessary or unsafe congestion. Performs related work as required. Core Competencies Familiarity with general office policies, procedures, and work methods. Ability to communicate effectively with employees, clients, program participants, and others in a positive, pleasant, professional, and productive manner by telephone, in writing, and in personal contacts. Ability to produce letters, memos, and other documents on a personal computer or typewriter; familiarity with Microsoft Word applications. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or G.E.D., and One (1) related experience in an office environment, or Any equivalent combination of acceptable training, education, and experience. Special Requirements This position includes the normal physical demands associated with work in an office environment, including lifting, bending, and carrying; and travel to other facilities throughout the Philadelphia area. This position is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

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