Receptionist - Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley

Join Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley as a Part-Time Receptionist in the heart of Allentown, PA, where you can make a real difference in the community! This onsite position offers a competitive pay rate of $16.50-$18.00 per hour, providing you with the opportunity to enhance your Customer Service and Communication Skills while working in a vibrant nonprofit environment. You'll have the chance to showcase your Detail-Oriented approach and excellent Organization abilities as you manage Answering Phones and assist clients.

Your Interpersonal skills will shine as you connect with various stakeholders, and your knack for Multitasking will keep our operations running smoothly. This role not only empowers you to help others but also fosters a forward-thinking and professional work culture that values innovation and empathy. You can get great benefits such as Paid Time Off. If you are passionate about service and looking for a fulfilling role, we encourage you to apply today!

Hello, we're Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley

Delivering meals to homebound clients for over 53 years.

What does a Receptionist do?

At Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley, we are seeking a dedicated individual for our Part-Time Receptionist position. This role demands proficiency in computer operations, including Microsoft Office Suite-Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access-as well as routine database activity and record-keeping. Exceptional planning and organizational skills will be essential as you prioritize tasks and multitask effectively, ensuring smooth daily operations. A valid PA Driver's License and a reliable vehicle are required, as occasional travel for company business may be necessary.

The position involves a mix of sedentary and active responsibilities, including sitting, standing, and occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds. The work environment is typically quiet, but you may occasionally find yourself in a bustling kitchen setting. Regular attendance is critical, and hours over 40 will be compensated at an overtime rate. Join us in making a positive impact in our community!

Are you the Receptionist we're looking for?

To excel as a Part-Time Receptionist at Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley, candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, along with at least two years of related experience or training. Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is essential, enhancing your communication skills for diverse interactions. Strong language skills are vital to read, interpret, and convey instructions, documents, and reports accurately.

You should be capable of presenting information effectively in one-on-one and small group settings, showcasing an impressive interpersonal style. The job requires a solid grasp of basic mathematical skills, enabling you to perform calculations involving rates, ratios, and percentages, as well as interpret visual data like bar graphs. Attention to detail and organization will play a crucial role in managing tasks and ensuring smooth operations.

Overall, a proactive approach combined with empathy and problem-solving abilities will lead to your success in this vital community role.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with two years related experience
• and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Bi-lingual requirement - must be fluent in Spanish and English.
• Ability to read
• interpret and comprehend instructions
• correspondence
• memos and documents such as safety rules
• operating and maintenance instructions
• and procedure manuals. Ability to write correspondence and simple reports. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers
• clients
• and other employees of the organization. Ability to present professional interpersonal style for front-line interactions with the public
• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
• Ability to add
• subtract
• multiply
• and divide in all units of measure
• using whole numbers
• common
• fractions
• and decimals. Ability to compute rate
• ratio
• and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts
• interest
• commissions
• proportions
• percentages
• area
• circumference
• and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Ready to join our team?

If you think this job aligns with your requirements, then submitting an application is simple. Good luck!