Concierge and Service Attendant

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (as a Concierge):

• Coordinates concierge schedule and daily responsibilities.
• Maintains systems for secure storage and distribution of keys and key cards used by concierge and other experience centers.
• Provides administrative support for the update, storage and distribution of directories, Concierge handbook, safety and emergency procedures, parking assignments, training materials and participation, and other documents necessary to provide exceptional and efficient concierge services.
• Listens to resident concerns and requests; guides to existing solutions, communicates issues to appropriate experience centers; follow up to ensure positive and meaningful experiences for residents.
• Maintains system to receive, record, store and distribute packages.
• Provides transportation reservation service.
• Maintains daily check log, service log and other pertinent records.
• Completes incident reports for emergencies; and feeds forward non-emergency information to assure efficient communication between concierges, supervisors and other experience centers.
• Ensures proper programming, resetting and functioning of emergency pendants; responds to pendant alarms; and monitors building entrances for safety/security.
• Coordinates guest suite process to ensure exceptional experiences for guests including reservations, check-in and check-out, key cards and housekeeping; maintains calendars; sends reminders to experience centers and creates billing summaries for accounting.
• Identifies areas for improvement, proposes possible solutions, and participates in data collection and process changes as part of the Quality Assurance Process Improvement process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (as a Service Attendant):

• Setting and resetting rooms for programs and events; including tables, chairs and miscellaneous furniture items; audio visual equipment and laptop computers as needed; decorative or theme items, etc.
• Assisting residents with lockouts and conducting well-being checks; analyzing the situation and subsequently addressing residents’ needs in a timely, professional manner and taking appropriate steps to ensure their safety and satisfaction.
• Carrying and delivering items and packages; delivering birthday balloons and cards from The Mather to our residents.
• Using Microsoft Outlook or other software as implemented, complete room reservations and coordinate work orders for assistance by other experience centers (such as building services, housekeeping and culinary services).
• Responds in a timely manner to radio requests requiring immediate attention.
• Functions as back-up to concierge desk staff to provide relief during break periods or in other emergency or unforeseen situations such as call-offs or other unplanned absences.
• Completes daily check-in report. 
• Assisting different experience centers with special events.
• Assist with audio/visual set ups such as movies, virtual meetings and presentations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required:

• Willingness to be part of a self-directed team.
• Service orientation with excellent interpersonal skills; ability to multi-task.
• Ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot audiovisual (AV) equipment and technology to support resident events, educational programs, community meetings, and special events.
• MS Office proficiency and work order software systems.
• Ability to prioritize and organize multiple demands on time and projects.

Preferred: 

• Experience working with older adults.
• Concierge services experience.
• Experience with hospitality services.

Benefits

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc. 

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Extended illness benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance - free to all team members 

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About The Mather:

The Mather is a Life Plan Community for those age 62 and better located in Evanston, Illinois, close to the charming downtown district and an abundance of public transportation. The Mather includes 240 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens, and more.

The Mather is located at 425 Davis Street in Evanston.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well^SM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work^®, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.