What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodial Housekeeper position at Gulf Coast JFCS?
Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, fosters diversity, equality, inclusion, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Custodial Housekeeper is a non-exempt position responsible for the up-keep and cleanliness of Unaccompanied Children Program and custodial duties as assigned.
- Provide positive role-model for the development of socialization and other skills for all children
- Change and launder bed linens every 5 days or after a child is released from the Program, whichever is sooner
- Clean all bathrooms daily, including sinks, mirrors, toilets, and mop floors daily
- Sweep laundry area and mop floors daily throughout
- Empty trash daily from the offices, bathrooms, client bathrooms and day areas
- Vacuum day room, hallways, office areas, and clients rooms daily
- Clean clients shower stalls and bathtubs daily
- Clean ceiling fans as needed throughout the building on a monthly basis
- Distribute toilet paper and paper towels as needed
- Dust, polish, and clean furniture throughout the building on a room by room rotating basis
- Wipe walls and clean windows once a week
- Change lightbulbs, refill paper towels, refill sanitizing lotion and soap
- Demonstrate cultural competency
- Check furniture for wear and tear; report any conditions that can be a hazard to the clients to maintenance immediately for repair or action
- Develop an inventory list and amounts needed of all paper products and cleaning supplies on a monthly basis
- Perform all other duties as assigned
WHAT WE OFFER:
- $18.17 per hour PLUS $.50 per hour for working during 2nd shift hours and $1.00 per hour for working overnight and weekend hours
- 15 PTO Days per year
- 13 Paid holidays
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
- Healthcare Concierge
- Financial Wellness Program
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
- Paid Life/AD&D insurance
- Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
- Continuous training and professional development opportunities
- Mileage Reimbursement
- An opportunity to make the world a better place!
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- High school graduate or equivalent and two (2) years experience working with children
- Previous employment experience in housekeeping/cleaning is preferred
- Experience in a residential setting is preferred
- Ability to understand and carry out instructions
- Ability to deal professionally, courteously, and effectively with clients and staff
- Ability to deal with minor emergencies and know where to seek help
- Ability to communicate and read effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people of varying age and background
- Ability to lift and/or carry cleaning supplies, equipment, etc. up to 40 lbs. when required
- Ability to work under stressful situations and in a stressful environment
- Ability to work overtime when required
- Prolonged standing, bending and lifting
- Potential exposure to clients who may be verbally and/or physically aggressive
- Potential exposure to communicable diseases and blood borne pathogens
- Must wear personal protective equipment as required by the exposure control plan and safety program
- Must wear safety glasses when dealing with harsh chemicals
- Proof of Immunization for: Varicella (2 doses), MMR (2 dose), Influenza (1 dose yearly), Tdap (1 dose)
WHO WE ARE:
From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture or gender identity. Our programs span a broad human service spectrum, from behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation or home care assistance for the elderly.
GCJFCS offers an opportunity to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelors and Masters level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we offer both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to fulfill state requirements at no cost to the employee.
Gulf Coast JFCS is an equal opportunity employer. Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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