IT ALL BEGINS WITH A SPARC
Join us in helping build the foundation for lifelong success! Skagit Preschool and Resource Center (SPARC) is a mission driven non-profit organization located in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. We provide individualized services for families and their children with unique developmental needs in Skagit County, WA. SPARC is seeking highly motivated Bilingual Receptionist to join our team.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Receptionist is the first point of contact and responsible for greeting families, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and supporting day-to-day front desk operations.
OUR VISION
As a SPARC employee, we will rely on you to reflect our vision of a community where everyone is understood, supported, loved and accepted for exactly who they are. Through every aspect of client interaction and employee collaboration, we expect compassion, respect, and a high level of professionalism.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
· Must be 18 years or older
· Must be fluent in Spanish, both spoken and written, including the ability to compose professional correspondence
· Excellent organizational and time management skills
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Strong interpersonal and customer service skills to provide professional an compassionate support to clients and visitors
· Proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data managements systems
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(Include the following but are not limited to, other duties may be assigned)
- Answer telephone calls, take messages, or direct callers to voicemail as appropriate
- Retrieve and forward voicemail messages to the appropriate staff members
- Greet and check in patients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner
- Receive, open, date-stamp, and route incoming mail
- Prepare and send outgoing mail, email, and faxes
- Copy, file, and draft routine correspondence as needed
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area
- Support all programs with data entry and ongoing maintenance
- Collaborate with all program managers regarding database management, and special data entry projects
- Provide additional administrative support to all programs upon request
- Adhere to all privacy and confidentiality regulations, including HIPAA
- Other duties as assigned
WORK ENVIRONMENT
SPARC strives to provide an inclusive and inviting work environment. We value a multidisciplinary, team-oriented approach in all services to our community. Teams communicate and collaborate regularly in order to support each other and the families we serve.
POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
Classification: Full-Time (32 hours per week)
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Thursday work week
BENEFITS
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual continuing education reimbursement opportunities
- SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company match
- Reimbursement for work related mileage
- Paid time off
- 2 days scheduled off for Thanksgiving break
- 2 weeks scheduled off during December for school district winter break
- 1 week scheduled off during April for school district spring break
- 4 day work week
TRAVEL
Local travel between SPARC locations may be required. For this reason, employees must have a valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Prolonged periods of sitting or standing
- Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle and operate office equipment, including keyboards and phones
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally
- Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching to access files or office supplies
- Clear speech and hearing to communicate effectively in person and over the phone
- Visual acuity to read printed materials and a computer screen
HOW TO APPLY:
Visit our website www.sparckids.org to learn more about us and fill out an application today
SPARC is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (Required)
Work Location: In person
