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Heart and Stroke Foundation (Reception-Front Desk Volunteer)
Organization Name: Heart and Stroke FoundationOpportunity Title: Reception-Front Desk Volunteer
Category: Administration / Clerical / Office
Commitment: Ongoing Opportunity (> 1 year)
Start Date: July 4, 2016
End Date: December 31, 2016
Email: jeremy.vaters@heartandstroke.ca
Website: http://www.heartandstroke.ns.ca/site/c.inKMIPNlEiG/b.3667919/k.BF56/Home.htm
Details:
- Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
- Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over
Front Desk-Receptionist Volunteer Summary of Position: Our office located in Halifax, NS is seeking friendly, professional reception volunteers to manage all incoming phone calls and guest inquiries. This position also requires basic administrative duties which would support our various programs. Time Commitment: Shifts are 3-4 hours in the morning (from 9:00a.m.-12:00/1:00p.m.) or in the afternoon (from 12:00/1:00p.m.-4:00p.m.). Shifts are available any day from M-F (or multiple days is desired). The Heart and Stroke office is open M-F from 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m. Responsibilities: · Answer the phone and assist callers · Redirect calls to appropriate staff and resources · Process incoming donations · Assist program staff · Welcomes and guides clients and guests to appropriate contacts within the office Skills/Attributes/Knowledge: · Excellent interpersonal skills · Friendly, confident and self-motivated · Excellent phone manner · Pleasant and professional customer service skills · Prior general office experience is preferred · Neat and organized with attention to detail · Punctual with time and attendance Benefits to Volunteering: · Training and support provided · Network with people in your community · Play an important part in raising awareness and eliminating heart disease and stroke · Opportunity to learn and build new skills · Reference letter provided Location: This position is available in Halifax, NS only To apply please fill out a volunteer information form here.