Talent.com
Front Desk Clerk - Westbourne
Front Desk Clerk - WestbourneWEST SIDE FEDERATION FOR SENIOR AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING, INC. • New York, NY, US
Front Desk Clerk - Westbourne

Front Desk Clerk - Westbourne

WEST SIDE FEDERATION FOR SENIOR AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING, INC. • New York, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Job Description:

  • Front Desk Clerk The Westbourne POSITION DESCRIPTION The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing, Inc. (WSFSSH) is a community ‐ based organization whose mission is to provide safe, affordable housing with supportive services within a residential setting which enhances the independence and dignity of each person.

WSFSSH develops, manages, and provides housing for low ‐ income older persons, many of whom live with mental illness and/or have experienced homelessness. Under the supervision of the administrator, the front desk staff is responsible for providing a range of services and supervision to the residents of The Westbourne with the goal of enabling residents to live as safely and independently as possible. Additionally, the front desk staff will work to maintain an environment of respect and compassion, which enhances the dignity of the residents, staff, and visitors. Specific duties include, but are not be limited to, the following:

  • RESIDENT SUPERVISION: Monitor the well-being of residents, including: Monitor residents entering and leaving the building, responding to behaviors which might be dangerous to self or others (for example: if a resident is leaving the building, but appears disoriented and confused, response might include talking with the resident and encouraging him/her to stay in the lobby, notifying social service staff, or even calling 911 depending on the circumstances).
  • Respond to emergency calls from resident rooms, relay requests to appropriate staff and/or implement emergency procedures as needed.
  • Monitor use of the recreation area.
  • Assist residents in obtaining needed services, including requests for building management and/or social services.
  • Record and refer all requests for building repairs or services to appropriate staff.
  • Monitor all persons entering or leaving the building, including sign-in/out log for guests, vendors, and aides. Exercise authority to refuse entry to building based on building guidelines and/or instructions from tenants and/or management and/or social service staff.
  • Monitor alarms and investigate disturbances.
  • Notify super and/or manager of emergency situations according to building protocol.
  • Communicate emergency information clearly to authorities, tenants, and other staff. Call 911 as needed.
  • Perform building safety rounds as directed. ADMINISTRATIVE Answer the facility telephone in courteous and professional manner, announcing calls to employees, referring calls to voice mail, taking messages as appropriate.
  • Maintain daily log of activities, occurrences, and observations.
  • Write clear and accurate reports of incidents and actions taken.
  • Assure, either through referral to appropriate on-duty staff, or by actually performing necessary work, that the front sidewalk is free of ice, snow, and/or dangerous obstructions and garbage. OTHER Work as a member of a team to establish and maintain high level of care and respect for residents.
  • Share information about resident progress, needs, and problems with other staff in accordance with WSFSSH Confidentiality Policy.
  • Attend training sessions and conferences as required for enhancement of job skills.
  • Implement emergency procedures, as necessary.
  • Submit all required reports in a complete and timely manner.
  • Work cooperatively and collegially with other staff members.
  • Assist with other duties, as directed. QUALIFICATIONS EXPECTED At least 21 years of age.
  • High School Diploma, or equivalent, required. Higher education preferred.
  • Able to work in a multicultural and diverse environment.
  • Able to perform job responsibilities.
  • Able to speak, read, and write English (as required by DSS regulation 487.9.13).
  • Experience working with dependent persons. Powered by JazzHR
Create a job alert for this search

Front Desk Clerk - Westbourne • New York, NY, US

Similar jobs

Front Desk CLOSER

Retro FitnessNeptune, NJ, United States
Full-time

The Front Desk employee is the face of the Retro Fitness outlet; they are the person a member sees when he or she first walks into the facility.It is important that this person be TEAM oriented wit...Show more

 • Promoted

Medical Front Desk

Medical Front Desk, Part Time, Ossining, New YorkOssining, NY, United States
Part-time

Job Title: Medical Front Desk Part-Time Location: Ossining, NY Job Type: Part-Time Company: Private Medical Practice About Us: We are a well-established private medical practice committed to provid...Show more

 • Promoted

General Dentist - Concerned Dental Care of the Bronx

Affinity Dental ManagementThe Bronx, NY, US
Full-time +1

Shape the Future of Patient Care - Join Concerned Dental Care in the Bronx as a General Dentist.Concerned Dental Care in the Bronx is one of the largest and most established practices in New York, ...Show more

 • Promoted

Front Desk/Host

Dave & Buster's, Inc.Palisades, NY, United States
Full-time

Job Description: Dave & Buster's is different from everywhere else.Time will fly by serving hundreds of people with flexible schedules you can accommodate school or other jobs.Plus, your co-workers...Show more

 • Promoted

Clerk

BronxCare Health SystemBronx, NY, United States
Full-time

Performs general clerical work that follows prescribed or well-established procedures.PC when such work is incidental and does not necessitate.Detailed instructions are given.After becoming familia...Show more

 • Promoted

Unit Clerk

Westchester Medical CenterSuffern, NY, United States
Full-time

The Unit Clerk is responsible for performing a variety of clerical duties relating to the updating and organizing of information on a nursing unit and interacting with patients, families and staff ...Show more

 • Promoted

Front Desk Supervisor (Closing)

New York Sports ClubsDobbs Ferry, NY, United States
Full-time

New York Sports Club and our family of brands is a long-standing, dynamic fitness club brand with locations in the Northeast.We consider ourselves your local neighborhood gym! It is our goal to pro...Show more

 • Promoted

Administrative Clerk

TeleSolv ConsultingNew York, New York, US
Full-time

Find out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.TeleSolv Consulting is seeking a detail‑oriented General Clerk to support government operations and high‑...Show more

 • Promoted

Facilities Central Clerk

LAW DEPARTMENTNew York City, NY, United States
Full-time +1

Facilities Central Clerk LAW DEPARTMENT Posted On:02/06/2026 Full-Time Location MANHATTAN Exam May Be Required Department Admin Services Salary Range:$42,288.Save Job Description CANDIDATE MUST BE ...Show more

 • Promoted • New!

Unit Clerk

Clove Lakes Health Care and Rehabilitation CenterStaten Island, New York
Full-time
Quick Apply

Clove Lakes Health Care and Rehabilitation Center.We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Unit Clerk to join our team at Clove Lakes Health Care and Rehabilitation Center.As a Unit Clerk, you ...Show more

Dental Assistant/Front Desk Associate

Vocational Instruction Project Community ServicesBronx, NY, United States
Full-time

The Dental Assistant/Front Desk Associate is a hybrid role responsible for both clinical and administrative functions within the dental clinic.This position supports chairside procedures, patient c...Show more

 • Promoted

Medical Front Desk Receptionist- Urology

New York HealthStaten Island, NY, United States
Full-time

Medical Front Desk Receptionist Why Join Our Team? At New York Health (NYH), we are revolutionizing healthcare with a holistic, integrated approach.Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses,...Show more

 • Promoted

Dental Office Receptionist/Front Desk Clerk

Apex Family Dental PCNew York, New York, United States
Full-time
Quick Apply

Receptionist Front Desk Position in Dental Office in lower Manhattan (Chinatown) area.Part time and Full time position available.Must be patient-oriented, friendly, and personable.The position invo...Show more

Check In Clerk

4Wall EntertainmentMoonachie, NJ, United States
Full-time

Come join the team behind some of the most prominent events in the world.From the electrifying energy of EDC, to the epic scale of Metallica's World Tour, to the high-profile production of the NFL ...Show more

 • Promoted

Experienced Dental Front Desk Administrator

Dental West NYCNew York, NY, USA
Full-time
Quick Apply

Bring your 2+ years of dental front desk experience to.New York, NY, and step into a role where your expertise truly matters as our.Experienced Dental Front Desk Administrator.Competitive wage of $...Show more

ShopRite - CGO Clerk (Saker NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $15.92/hr

ShopRite SupermarketsShrewsbury, NJ, United States
Full-time

Please contact store for job description.Benefits Overview This position is eligible for vision, dental, life insurance, and legal plan benefits, which become available on a graduated basis over ti...Show more

 • Promoted

Medical Front Desk (8-4) Haitian Creole

LaSante Health CenterBrooklyn, NY, United States
Full-time

La S ante Health Center is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to provide excellent customer service, manage appointments, and handle patient inquiries.The ideal candidate will greet patients warmly ...Show more

 • Promoted

Central Supply Clerk

HC&N Healthcare SolutionsMt Vernon, NY, United States
Full-time

Performs activities associated with the receiving, storing and of disbursing supplies.CENTRAL SUPPLY CLERK DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:.Receive deliveries into building, checking packing slips to p...Show more