Head Start Receptionist
September 2026
Do you love working with children and helping families thrive? Do you want to be part of a mission-driven team that truly makes a difference? If you answered, YES, Capstone Community Action has an opportunity for you. Capstone Community Action – Head Start is looking for a passionate individual to join our team in helping move families out of poverty and build brighter futures; all working in a supportive, flexible, and purpose-filled environment. Come help create a warm welcome for every family!
To see a glimpse of our Head Start program, check out the following video: Head Start | Capstone Community Action (capstonevt.org). At Capstone Community Action, we care about people. As a member of our Head Start team, you’ll enjoy coming to work each day, knowing you are valued and supported. Join our amazing team today!
Position: The Head Start Receptionist is the first point of contact for families, visitors, staff, and the public. The role focuses on welcoming and screening visitors, answering phones, directing people to the appropriate staff or locations, and handling incoming and outgoing mail.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years working in a community-based organization or non-profit organization.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Human Services programs and resources.
- Knowledge of issues relating to poverty
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with a broad spectrum of abilities and variety of personalities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to adapt in reaction to unplanned or unexpected circumstances or events.
- Exceptional customer service skills, ability to always maintain a polite and professional attitude and manner when interacting with others, especially in challenging situations.
- Knowledge of de-escalation procedures is highly desirable.
- Exceptional attendance and reliability are a must for this position.
Why Join Capstone Head Start?
- Competitive Hourly Pay: $18.09- $19.73
- Part-time Schedule: 24 hours a week!
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with employer match!
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Ongoing Professional Development
- A mission you can be proud of and help families thrive!
To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter by email to jobs@capstonevt.org; applications may also be mailed via USPS mail to Capstone Community Action Human Resources, 20 Gable Place, Barre, VT 05641. Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at jobs@capstonevt.org or at 802-479-1053.
Capstone Community Action is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.