The Royal Children's Hospital

Receptionist

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Number of Positions Available:

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ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Why this role matters

The Salvation Army (Salvos) is one of the largest providers of homelessness services across the country. Our philosophy is that every person should be afforded dignity and respect and that no one should be without a safe, affordable, and secure home. We provide services and support to adults, and families with accompanying children in the form of accommodation, case management, assertive outreach, financial assistance, community connection and referral services.

We share the love of Jesus by caring for people, creating faith pathways, building healthy communities, and working for justice. The Salvos offer hope, purpose, and fulfilment for anyone seeking connection, guidance, social support and community.

About the role

As a receptionist, this is your opportunity to be the welcoming face of our Seymour site – supporting Homelessness, Church and Emergency relief clients, visitors, and staff while ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations. You will provide high-quality reception services, assess client needs, and support administrative and WHS functions that keep the site running safely and effectively.

Reporting to the Regional Administrator, this is a permanent part-time (22.8 hours per week) onsite role, located in Seymour, VIC. Availability to work Fridays is required.


Conditions

Compensation is in accordance with SCHADS Level 2.


How you will make an impact

  • Professionally meet, greet, and support walk-in clients and visitors, ensuring timely and appropriate service allocation
  • Screen incoming calls, assess needs, manage enquiries, and coordinate appointments
  • Provide general administrative support including meeting coordination, purchasing supplies, and maintaining office systems
  • Support WHS activities such as maintaining safety records, coordinating fire drills, and ensuring first aid and safety equipment is up to date
  • Assist with site operations including fleet vehicle coordination, finance-related tasks, and supporting Doorways and other site programs


What you will bring

  • A relevant business qualification (Certificate IV or Diploma in Business Administration) is desirable
  • Demonstrated experience in reception and administrative support
  • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word and Excel, with familiarity in HR information systems preferred
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds
  • A current Employee Working with Children Check
  • Victorian Driver’s Licence


What we offer

The Salvos offer eligible employees a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

  • Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
  • Generous Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks primary, 2 weeks secondary) and Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks). Flexible working arrangements where applicable
  • Access to EAP, health & wellness initiatives, and Fitness Passport
  • Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander supports including Burra Burra Network, Cultural Events, Sorry Business & Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • A purpose-driven career that creates positive and sustainable social impact


How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.

Together we can build a brighter future.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W e are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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