Bridge Receptionist

Location: Wellington

About The Business

The Salvation Army Bridge Services provide a range of effective support services in both residential and community based settings that use a range of evidence-based holistic approaches to reduce the physical, physiological and social harm that can result from the use of alcohol and or other drugs. The Salvation Army Wellington Bridge services provide safe, integrated, high quality treatment and support services to people whose lives have been affected by alcohol and/or other substance use.

The Bridge welcomes diversity and is inclusive of culture, age, disability, sexuality and gender identity. We are committed to supporting people who experience co-existing mental health challenges and take a kaupapa whānau (working with other services) approach in working together to support the well-being of our tāngata whai ora. Our services encourage participation in the development and practical application of skills where people are supported to set their own goals and recovery plan in order to reduce the harmful effects of alcohol and or other drugs.

About The Role

We are looking to appoint a receptionist who can contribute to providing a welcoming environment. You will be first point of contact for people contacting the Bridge service; provide administration support and general office management duties to the Bridge team and importantly be inviting, supportive and aligned to the values of the Bridge programmes.

What Will Your Responsibilities Be

• Provide a welcoming environment and be first point of contact
• Support and encourage client engagement
• Provide administrative support and general office management duties to the Bridge team.

Person Specification

• Intermediate word processing and IT skills, including knowledge of a range of software packages.
• Excellent oral communication and ability to engage with a range of people
• Previous reception or office experience preferred.

Our Offer To You

• An additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 July
• Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing.
• Subsidised flu vaccinations.
• Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• TSA discount card for discount with various retailers.

Candidates should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society'

Hours of work: This is a permanent part time role of

24 hours per week Monday to Wednesday

The starting salary for this role will fall between $37,539 and $38,997 annually dependant on experience.

The vacancy can close earlier if the right candidate is found.

The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.

Children’s Worker Classification Statement (per Children’s Act 2014): Applicants with a Schedule 2 conviction must provide an Exemption Certificate for Core Children’s Worker roles or undergo an internal assessment for all other Salvation Army roles

The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society - all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army.