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Bilingual Receptionist

Children's Friend and Service · Human Services · $35.7M budget · 434 staff · Since 1834

Why Children's Friend and Service

FY2025 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Supports vulnerable young children in Rhode Island for better well-being and healthy development.

  • Family support initiativeduring 2025, there were 324 families who received home visiting services from the early head start program. The family support programs target at-risk families with children between the ages of birth to 3 years living in providence, pawtucket…$21.5M spent in FY2025
  • Health and nutrition servicesspecial supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children (wic) is a nutrition program that provides: healthy foods, nutrition education to improve family health, breastfeeding advice and support, referrals to doctors, dentists and other community services. Wic…$5.8M spent in FY2025
  • Family preservation servicefamily care community partnershipthe organization is part of a partnership of community-based agencies servicing the children and families within the urban core in rhode island. The catchment area includes providence, pawtucket, central falls and cranston. The partnership includes…$2.8M spent in FY2025

Before you apply

FY2024 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$85K–$230K
6 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$50.3M
spent in FY2024
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
434
employees
451 volunteers
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
76%
of spending
Looks good: 76% of spending went to programs; 75% or more.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
−23%
of revenue, FY2024
Concern: revenue was below expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
6 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 6.4 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2024
latest Form 990
Looks good: the latest return is for FY2024, 2 tax years back; within 2 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1951
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
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About the role

The org's own posting, as written

🌟 Join Our Mission: Bilingual Receptionist: 1 Part Time and 1 Full Time Position Available! Location: Full Time Position: 70 Union Ave Providence, RI 02909. Part-Time Position: 550 Hartford Ave Providence, RI 02909 Reports To: Administrative Support Supervisor Employment Type: Full Time: 7.5 hour shifts, Monday- Friday. Part-Time opening at 550 Hartford Ave- Monday, Weds-Friday 1pm-5:30pm, Tuesday 2:30-7pm Pay : 16.00/hr (with potential for added stipend for successfully completing bilingual language testing) Are you an organized, people-focused professional who enjoys helping others and keeping things running smoothly?

Children’s Friend is looking for a Full-Time and a Part-Time Bilingual Receptionist to serve as the welcoming first point of contact for families, visitors, and staff at our agency. In this role, you will play an essential part in supporting our programs by greeting clients, managing incoming calls, and helping maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for everyone who enters our building.

If you enjoy a fast-paced environment where your work directly supports children and families in the community, we would love to hear from you. 🌈 What You’ll Do: Welcoming and assisting clients and visitors, directing them to the appropriate staff member or meeting Answering and routing incoming calls and assisting with appointment coordination or cancellations Maintaining sign-in sheets, reception logs, and activity calendars Following daily opening and closing procedures for the reception area Sorting and distributing incoming mail and preparing outgoing mail for pickup Providing administrative support to staff as needed Assisting with oral and written translation of documents, forms, and communication Preparing and typing memos, forms, flyers, and correspondence Operating office equipment such as copiers, fax machines, computers, and shredders Assisting with office supply inventory and distribution Providing cross-coverage at other Children’s Friend locations when needed 💼 What You Bring: High School Diploma or GED Bilingual ability required Strong interpersonal and communication skills Professional and friendly telephone etiquette Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism Reliable transportation and ability to work at various agency locations if needed Preferred Qualifications Experience in a reception, customer service, or administrative support role Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Comfort using standard office equipment and administrative systems 🌱 Why Join Children’s Friend?

At Children’s Friend, we believe every child deserves a strong start. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your efforts matter every day. 🔒 Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at…

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About Children's Friend and Service

From its Form 990

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