AddressBarnardos are looking for a Receptionist for a full-time permanent role at the Canberra Children's and Family Centre in Downer, ACT. Role hours are 9-3pm Monday to Friday.
The Receptionist will be responsible for;
- Displaying a non-judgmental attitude and empathy towards children, young people and adults accessing the Centre services.
- Complying with financial reporting and reconciliation – including invoicing and ordering.
- Ensuring information provided to clients, staff and external services is accurate and provided in a timely manner.
- Constructively participate in meetings, supervision and annual performance reviews as required.
- Participating in Work Health and Safety responsibilities.
- Performing tasks as directed by the Centre Manager that relates to the position.
As a Receptionist, you will ideally have;
- Experience in Reception duties, including telephone systems and greeting visitors.
- High level proficiency with Microsoft office.
- Proficiency in excel and database usage.
- Ability to work within both individually and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in computer accounts management systems.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, external agencies and Government Departments.
- A satisfactory ACT WWVP check.
About the Organisation
Barnardos Australia is one of Australia’s leading children’s social care agencies, focused on building relationships between children, young people, their families and the community. Over the next 5 years, Barnardos commits to supporting more vulnerable children to thrive through effective evidence-informed and research-based programs.
Applicants from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits of Working for Barnardos
- Development through individual and group mentoring
- Secondments, acting up and project work
- Flexible working arrangements
- Cultural leave
- A day off during NAIDOC week
- Additional annual leave during Christmas/New Year break
- Volunteer opportunities at community events and many more
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff are further supported by the Aboriginal Cultural Unit (ACU) and Barnardos Indigenous Group (BIG) to meet their cultural needs within the organisation.
Salary: Base $63,648 per annum plus leave loading plus superannuation. Packaging available to receive $15,860 of your salary tax free. Motor vehicle packaging available on selected roles.
To be considered for roles with Barnardos you will need to have (or be willing to have conducted) a National Police Clearance and current Working with Children check Clearance (or APP number) and for the ACT a Drivers History Check, Working with Vulnerable People Card and CYPS Check.
Vaccination for COVID-19 is a condition of employment and engagement with Barnardos.
How to apply:
To register your interest hit APPLY NOW and submit your Resume. For a confidential discussion please call Zoe Banbury 02 9218 2***
