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Portland Rescue Mission lists this Seasonal Receptionist opportunity in portland, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Seasonal ReceptionistPortland Rescue Mission is seeking a Seasonal Receptionist. This gifted servant will personify organization, attention to detail and a welcoming presence as they join a Christ-centered team with an award-winning culture and a commitment to serving others in their recovery from addiction, homelessness and other life traumas.Are you ready to transform and be transformed as you participate in what God is doing in the lives of the men, women and children as you serve at PRM with integrity and excellence? If so, we invite you to thoughtfully consider this unique opportunity.Employment details:How to apply: We ask all applicants to apply through the Portland Rescue Mission online application form found on our careers page.Status: Seasonal Part-Time, Non-exemptHours: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8:00am-4:30pm, October 5th, 2026 - January 29th, 2027Pay: $17 per hourLocation: Shepherd's Door (13207 NE Halsey St. Portland, OR)The Administration Offices for Portland Rescue Mission, located in the south wing of the Shepherd's Door facility in East Portland, supports the life transforming work of Portland Rescue Mission taking place in 3 ministry sites, 3 transitional houses, 2 vocational training enterprises, and 2 outreach vans. The Staff Ministry (HR) Department is a group of dedicated professionals using their administrative and people skills for life-changing Christian ministry. Our goal is to participate in what God is doing in the lives of the men, women and children we serve at PRM with integrity and excellence. Our department oversees the human resources, internal communication and administration office coordination for Portland Rescue Mission, and our team's goal is to build and maintain a work environment where highly relational, Christ-centered joyful servants will flourish as part of our staff.The Seasonal Receptionist will primarily serves as front desk coverage for Shepherd's Door during Portland Rescue Mission's busiest season, helping maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized environment for guests, participants, volunteers, and staff. This role supports the day-to-day administrative needs of Portland Rescue Mission by providing reception coverage, assisting with general office tasks (e.g. sorting mail, in-kind donations, etc.), and helping ensure operations run smoothly.The essentials:Serve as primary staffing for the front desk, or oversee volunteers serving the front desk as assigned for available coverageEnsure that all visitors and callers are greeted with warmth, professionalism, and hospitalityEnsure incoming calls are answered promptly, and voicemails and emails receive timely responsesFoster a positive and professional front desk environment that reflects PRM's valuesProvide excellent customer service to community members, staff, volunteers, and program participantsSupport volunteers and program participants developing real-world administrative and front desk skills as they serveCommunicate clearly and effectively across the organizationKeep records, schedules, and office systems organized and up to dateAssist with general office and administrative tasks to support organizational needs, approaching each responsibility with a servant's heart and a willingness to help wherever neededDemonstrate flexibility and a "no task is too small" attitude in supporting the Administration team and broader PRM needsBackground and qualifications:A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a testimony of continued growth in faithAdheres to Portland Rescue Mission's Statement of Faith and Code of EthicsA personal ethos and work ethic that reflects Portland Rescue Mission's ministry culture – Highly Relational, Christ-Centered, Joyful ServantExperience in Mac and Microsoft Windows softwarePerform routine physical tasks including prolonged sitting and standing, frequent use of hands for typing and phone handling, and ability to lift at least 50 lbs. unassistedEquipment used:Telephone, voicemail, and faxComputer and Microsoft Office softwareCopier and related office equipmentMission and distinctives:Our mission:To demonstrate the compassion of ChristOur unique approach:From the first sandwich that was shared in 1949, to today's fully integrated emergency, recovery, and training services, Portland Rescue Mission is a highly relational ministry. The Mission builds supportive and caring communities, meets people at their point of need, equips them, and provides a path forward. In-depth partnership with churches and volunteers, multiple tiers of services and a focus on growing Christian disciples is fundamental to Portland Rescue Mission's success.
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portland, OR, 97230, US
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