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State of Utah
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Receptionist - Work Ability Intern - Provo
State of Utah
600 Department of Workforce Services
Location
Utah, 84129
Salary
$15 - $15
per hour
Type
Internship
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Job Description
Summary
This is a part-time, 16-week paid internship as a receptionist in the Provo office of Utah's Department of Workforce Services, focused on supporting people with disabilities through the Work Ability program.
The role involves handling phone calls, greeting visitors, doing basic office tasks like copying and emailing, and helping set up meetings or orientations.
It's ideal for motivated individuals with a documented disability who have good people skills and basic computer knowledge, offering hands-on experience in a supportive government environment.
Key Requirements
- Documented disability with proof (e.g., SSDI/SSI documentation, physician's letter, or vocational rehabilitation letter)
- Strong customer service skills
- Effective verbal and written communication abilities
- Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word, Gmail, and spreadsheet software
- Availability for part-time work (20-32 hours per week) for 16 weeks
- Ability to perform front desk duties, handle inbound calls, and provide general office support
Full Job Description
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU HAVE A DOCUMENTED DISABILITY.
This opportunity is targeted toward individuals with disabilities through the State of Utah's Work Ability Internship (WAI) Program.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide documentation of their disability to the Human Resource's WAI Coordinator. Please email one of the documents below to asap@utah.gov (do not attach to job applications).
Adequate documentation includes:
- SSDI or SSI documentation
- Veterans Administration Certification
- Letter from Licensed Vocational Rehabilitation
- Letter from physician, on physician’s letterhead and signed by physician
- Schedule A letter
The Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR), a Division of the Department of Workforce Services (DWS), is seeking two (2) motivated individuals with a disability to fill a part time, 16-week, paid internship as a Receptionist - Work Ability Intern in our Provo office.
Principle Duties
The Receptionist - Work Ability Intern will perform the following tasks:
Principle Duties
The Receptionist - Work Ability Intern will perform the following tasks:
- Will work part time, 20-32 hours per week.
- Assists with inbound calls from clients seeking resources or appointment scheduling.
- Assists with front desk reception duties.
- Provides general office support including copying, scanning, faxing and email communication.
- Assists with setup for applicant orientations.
- Assists with setup for any in-district meetings.
- Assists with vendor contacts and item purchase cost searches.
Minimum Requirements
The model applicant for this internship is someone who can demonstrate:
The model applicant for this internship is someone who can demonstrate:
- Strong customer service skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication.
- Computer expertise using Word, Gmail and spreadsheet software.
The Agency
The mission of Workforce Services is we strengthen Utah’s communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, click here.
The mission of Workforce Services is we strengthen Utah’s communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, click here.
Additional Information
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