Front Desk Monitor

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.

We are in search of new talent in the following position...

Position: Front Desk Monitor

The Front Desk Monitor answers telephone calls and takes messages for staff, receives and assists visitors, receives and routes deliveries, aids residents, and controls front door access.

Safe Dwelling is a facility that provides comprehensive services and safe, anonymous housing for individuals and their children experiencing domestic violence. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/dv

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a polite and pleasant manner, be efficient and firm, and have the ability to operate a busy front desk/security operation.
• Must be able to perform diverse tasks with ease and maintain confidentiality.
• Certifications in security
• CPR/First Aid,
• Fire Safety (F-80) required, in accordance with regulatory mandates covering this program site.

Front Desk Monitor Principal Responsibilities:

1. Greet all visitors; assist them directly or announce their arrival to staff or residents.
2. Ensure that all clients sign in and out as required.
3. Route mail and deliveries as required.
4. Handle or assist in crisis intervention.
5. Follow assigned procedures in emergency situations.
6. Conduct rounds at residence as assigned.
7. Perform other related duties as requested.

Employees receive an exceptional benefits package including

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life insurance,
• Retirement plan
• Educational Reimbursement Program (includes tuition and license/certification)
• Paid Time Off which is accrued monthly and roles over from year to year. In addition;
  
  
  
  • Paid Birthday Holiday
  
  
  
  

And much more...