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About the role

The Footscray centre reception is the first point of contact for people seeking asylum and the public. Reception Volunteers ensure the centre is a safe and welcoming environment for people seeking asylum and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greeting everyone arriving at the centre in a warm and welcoming manner
  • Responding to face to face enquiries and directing people within the centre
  • Responding to and directing phone enquiries
  • Communicating between clients and relevant programs

What we’re looking for

Essential:

  • Excellent customer service skills – previous experience in a similar role is advantageous
  • A friendly and patient disposition, working well under pressure in a fast paced environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain a professional manager in challenging situations
  • Ability to take initiative and work well as part of a team
  • Proficiency in the English language, written and spoken

Desirable:

  • Proficiency in relevant community languages
  • Experience working with vulnerable people in an intake or referral environment
You can not apply for this role as it is no longer available.