Redland Community Centre is recruiting a Volunteer Receptionist

Experienced Receptionist with strong admin skills wanted.

The Redland Community Centre is looking for a mature volunteer Receptionist who is available, on a casual basis, to cover holidays. You will have strong reception and admin skills. The successful candidate would be able to work across both the Capalaba and Wynnum offices.

As this is a client facing role the ideal candidate will have a friendly positive attitude and the ability to work in a busy and dynamic work environment. 

Responsibilities include:

  • welcoming clients and visitors to the RCC
  • receiving incoming telephone calls and enquiries and recording and distributing messages accordingly
  • confirming counselling appointments by sending SMS messages to clients
  • providing information to clients regarding the Centre’s services and activities
  • accepting and recording clients for the Centre’s Emergency Relief Program
  • accepting and recording referrals for the Centre’s services and activities
  • assisting with day-to-day administrative and general tasks

Skills, Experience & Personal Qualities

  • strong computer skills
  • a warm and friendly attitude
  • strong reception and administration skills 
  • excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • the ability to multi-task
  • a willingness to help others with kindness and compassion
  • a commitment to working in the community sector

Successful applicants will be over 18 years of age and have a Blue Card (or be prepared to obtain one).

Redland Community Centre offers:

  • an opportunity to build your skills and gain transferable experience
  • a role with a variety of tasks 
  • a well supported and an inclusive work environment
  • an opportunity to build self confidence and gain social connection
  • an opportunity to help those in need in our community
  • flexible days

*This is a Centrelink approved activity. 

If this position is of interest please email Volunteering Redlands your resume (or a brief background of your work history, skills and experience) + contact details of two referees. Email: info@volunteeringredlands.org.au.