Company:
Franciscan Ministries
Location: Lake Villa
Closing Date: 22/11/2026
Salary: $40,000 - $48,000 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Description
Franciscan Ministries in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Receptionist to be the welcoming first point of contact for individuals with developmental disabilities, their families, visitors, and staff. In this front-desk role, you will greet guests, manage phone calls, maintain schedules and logs, and provide accurate information about our person-centered programs. You'll handle clerical tasks, mail, and basic data entry while upholding confidentiality, dignity, and respect. Working in a faith-inspired, collaborative environment, you'll support smooth daily operations and help create a warm, inclusive community setting.
Responsibilities
- Greet and check in visitors, families, and vendors in a warm, professional manner
- Answer and route phone calls, emails, and messages promptly and accurately
- Maintain visitor logs, schedules, and front-desk records in accordance with privacy standards
- Provide basic information about programs, services, and events to guests and callers
- Support staff with clerical tasks including copying, filing, and data entry
- Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail and package deliveries
- Assist with scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and preparing simple materials
- Uphold confidentiality, dignity, and respect for individuals with developmental disabilities
- Follow safety, security, and emergency procedures for the front desk area
- Collaborate with team members to ensure a welcoming, inclusive environment
Required Skills
- Front desk operations
- Customer service
- Multiline phone systems
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Data entry
- Basic office software (Word, Excel, email)
- Recordkeeping and filing
- Confidentiality and HIPAA awareness
- Written and verbal communication
- Time management