Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) envisions a world where children are safe, families are strong, and communities are vibrant.
LSF is seeking a talented Receptionist who wants to make an impact in the lives of others.
The schedule for this role is Monday- Friday 8am to 5pm!
Essential Functions:
Other Functions:
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to sit for long periods of time and be able to communicate on the telephone. Must be able to operate a computer.
Education:
Associates Degree or equivalent. Could be substituted with at least 2 years’ experience.
Experience:
A minimum of 1+ years’ experience as receptionist in an office setting. Must have basic knowledge of general office procedures.
Skills:
Must have strong interpersonal skills. Must possess strong telephone etiquette and communications skills. Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment. Ability to demonstrate consistent, daily work attendance. Bilingual English /Spanish preferred.
Other:
Must demonstrate sensitivity to our service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and needs.
Principle Accountabilities:
Why work for LSF?
LSF offers 60 programs across the state of Florida serving a wide range of populations in need. Mission Driven staff members become part of the LSF community while transforming the lives of those in need. Our staff additionally find growth opportunities as they explore areas of interest within the organization.
Amazing benefits package including:
LSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Lutheran Services Florida is mandated to perform background screenings for employment in accordance with the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse as outlined in Section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Additionally, pursuant to House Bill 531 (2025), Lutheran Services Florida must ensure that all job vacancy postings and advertisements include a clear and conspicuous link to the AHCA Clearinghouse website and its requirements. For more information on background screening requirements please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Organization Overview: Lutheran Services Florida (LSF) is an organization that is guided by big ideas and these guiding principles create an imperative to serve that compels LSF to build on organizational strengths, overcome weaknesses and create effective programs in response to human suffering and need. The mission, values, vision and ends polices guide the work of LSF. These guiding principles also shape the advocacy and promotion efforts of the organization, which focus on the needs of the vulnerable, overcoming barriers to service and positioning LSF to effectively respond to opportunities.
The LSF business model responds to a rapidly changing service landscape with an aggressive growth strategy. That growth is predicated on methodical pursuit of entrepreneurial opportunities and the maintenance of a new program "pipeline." Established more than 30 years ago, LSF provides value by developing and competently deploying efficient organizational structures; effective operating policies and procedures; accountable management systems and processes; and expertise in the form of personnel, strategic alliances or purchased services.
We have over 60 Programs throughout Florida, an operating budget of over $210 million dollars and 1,400 employees. Head Start was established by the Federal government in 1966. LSF is a Head Start grantee. Our Head Start Programs are in multiple counties throughout Florida providing multiple program options including center base, family childcare, home base, pregnant mothers, infants and toddlers.
Vision
“Ready for School, Prepared for Life”
Mission
To educate, equip, and empower children, families and staff through partnership and efficient data driven systems to close the achievement gap.