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Job Title: Part-Time Receptionist  

Department: Admin  

Supervisor: Executive Assistant  

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Part-Time  

Pay: $19.00/hr

 

Mission:

The mission of the Latino Center of the Midlands is to cultivate generations of engaged, thriving Latinos through educational foundations, workforce development, and leadership opportunities.

 

Position Summary:

The Part-Time Receptionist serves as the initial point of contact with the public and provides essential secretarial, clerical, and administrative support. This role ensures a welcoming and professional environment while connecting clients to appropriate programs or resources. The receptionist will operate a multiline telephone system, assist visitors, and perform light administrative duties.

 

Responsibilities:

Reception Duties:

• Welcome on-site visitors, determine the nature of their visit, and direct them to the appropriate personnel.  
• Answer incoming telephone calls, determine the purpose of callers, and forward calls or messages to appropriate staff.  
• Provide information to callers about the organization, including address, directions, and general details.  
• Set up appointments between attorneys and clients at the office.
• Announce appointments to attorneys and ensure timely communication of schedules.
• Coordinate with attorneys and clients via email and phone calls to confirm and adjust appointments as needed.

Administrative Support: 

• Assist with intake forms and ensure accuracy.  
• Enter client data into the organization’s database system and maintain an up-to-date contact log spreadsheet.  
• Organize and process incoming/outgoing mail and packages.  
• Perform general clerical duties such as photocopying, scanning, filing, and sending emails or faxes.  

Facility and Meeting Support:

• Schedule and confirm meeting room requests via a calendar system.  
• Ensure meeting rooms are tidy and have necessary equipment.  
• Set up refreshments for meetings as requested.  

Office Organization:

• Maintain the reception area’s cleanliness and orderliness.  
• Monitor and replenish office supplies and notify vendors for repairs or maintenance as needed.  

Additional Tasks:

• Assist with special projects or tasks as assigned. 

 

Competencies:

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional demeanor in all interactions.  
• Communication: Exhibit clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.  
• Dependability: Demonstrate reliability and the ability to follow instructions.  
• Adaptability: Respond flexibly to changes and challenges.  
• Bilingual: English and Spanish

 

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.  
• Six months to one year of relevant receptionist or customer service experience preferred.  

Skills: 

• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, databases, and email systems.  
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.  
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.  

 

Work Schedule:

This is a part-time position with flexible hours. Availability during afternoon shifts is required, with occasional evening or weekend support for events as needed.

Schedule:

• Monday – Thursday
• 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

 

Work Environment:

The role is performed in a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.  

The Latino Center of the Midlands values diversity and equity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and visitors. 

Job Title: Healthy Kids Club Youth Specialist 

Department: WEI/Adult Education/Public Health, Health Education and Urban Agriculture  

Supervisor: Adult Education Program Manager  

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Part-Time  

Pay: $20.00/hr

 

Mission:

The mission of the Latino Center of the Midlands is to cultivate generations of engaged, thriving Latinos through educational foundations, workforce development, and leadership opportunities.

 

Summary Description of Work
The Family and Community Well-Being department provides a culturally-sensitive approach to help address well-being in the community. With four main pillars, the program focuses on: physical health, behavioral health, financial stability, and social integration. The program allows our community the opportunity to access available resources to meet and to take tangible steps
towards achieving comprehensive well-being, stability, and self-sufficiency.

The Family and Community Well-Being Youth Specialist leads the department’s Healthy Kids Club (Club Niños Saludables) which has a nutrition and physical activity focus. Through an evidence-based 5-4-3-2-1 Go! curriculum, the Specialist will coordinate activities for participants ages 4-12 years old. The Specialist will have the overall responsibility for the direct service delivery of the Healthy Kids Club at the Latino Center of the Midlands. Healthy Kids Club is available to our students Monday-Wednesday 5:15-7:30pm.

Coordinating and facilitating the program will require diverse skill sets. Candidates should have working knowledge of program implementation and evaluation; have strong communication and interpersonal skills; have effective leadership and coordinating skills; and show compassion and empathy.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrates flexibility and adaptability
• Provide direct supervision of children ages 4-12 years old
• Teach daily nutrition, physical activity and enrichment lessons to a group of 8-20 youth with enthusiasm
• Effectively communicate with parents/guardians daily (in verbal and written form) information regarding the program that is critical to the care of their children
• Maintain daily schedule in a timely manner, staying on task and completing all activities and lesson plans
• Coordinate Healthy Kids Club activities with outside contractors
• Create and implement project schedules
• Assist in documenting project phases and creating summary reports
• Work with volunteers and interns
• Standardize operational procedures and services
• Collect data from clients and input into the Center’s database
• Works in collaboration with other community groups and organizations to fulfill the program and the agency’s mission
• Assists in the planning, design, and evaluation of the Healthy Kids Club
• Performs other duties as required

The Family and Community Well-Being Coordinator will exhibit the following skills and abilities

• Bilingual (fluent in speaking and writing Spanish and English)
• Effective planning, coordinating, and organizational skills
• Ability to relate to individuals of various ages, ethnic backgrounds and cognitive abilities
• Professional manner that exemplifies attention to detail, confidentiality, patience, and a positive attitude toward work
• Use good judgment and serve as a role model for children
• Build strong relationships, engage with youth, and interact well with different individuals
• Ability to work, problem solve, be assertive and make decisions with minimal supervision when required
• Ability to show flexibility in response to change and adapt to and accommodate new methods and procedures
• Knowledge of basic office equipment and strong computer skills

Other Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in education, public health, social work, or related field.

Salary and Benefits

The salary is commensurate with experience. This position is eligible for benefits outlined in our employee handbook including Paid Time Off (PTO).

 

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