Laborer

The laborer’s duties include routine manual work requiring physical exertion and a willingness to perform these tasks at times under adverse weather conditions. Employees in this class perform a variety of indoor and outdoor work, at times working alone or in a group (depending on location or nature of the assignment). The work involves the use of manual tools on routine tasks and occasional use of small power tools. The work is performed under continuing supervision and activities are subject to frequent inspection. Performs other tasks as required.

Responsibilities/Typical Work Activities:

• Receive, check, inspect and issue a variety of medical supplies, office supplies and medical equipment (IV pumps, suction machines and landing mats);
• Assist in loading, unloading, unpacking and storage of food stocked items and supplies;
• Maintain stock levels in supply closets on assigned units;
• Maintain written documentation of issued supplies in accordance with prepared unit par levels;
• Calculate weekly usage of stocked goods;
• Keep an organized and clean work environment;
• Loads, unloads, and lifts materials;
• Assist in the maintaining of records that enable proper stocking and re-ordering of supplies and food;
• Fill OTC/syringe requests as requisitioned by unit managers;
• Notify direct supervisor of excessive usage or unit request of additional stock or supplies;
• May participate in quality assurance (QA) monitoring and audits;
• May serve on QA subcommittees.

Full Performance, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions;
• Ability and willingness to perform a variety of heavy manual tasks;
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for prolonged periods often under adverse weather conditions;
• Ability to learn and use small hand tools;
• Ability to operate certain small maintenance equipment in the construction field;
• Ability to perform specific technological tasks within a given specific field and occupation;
• Dependable;
• Good physical condition.

Minimum Qualifications:

• None

Employee Benefits:

• Little Sprouts, on-site daycare, NOW OPEN!
• Low to no-cost daycare for all full-time staff
• Free CDTA bus pass with direct stop at Shaker Place
• Experience-based pay and shift differentials
• New York State retirement plan and optional deferred compensation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health insurance: low-cost health plan (Anthem, formerly Empire), dental, vision, prescriptions
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal and holidays
• 529 college savings plan
• Weekly payroll
• Flexible spending account

About Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing:

Beautiful, recently renovated, state-of-the-art facilities with new amenities, advanced equipment, and thoughtful design. We cultivate a supportive, inclusive, respectful, diverse, and welcoming culture committed to providing the highest quality of care to our residents. Our mission is to provide comprehensive care and exceptional services to the people of Albany County and surrounding areas. For nearly 50 years, we have been committed to enhancing each resident's quality of life and valuing their independence, dignity, and happiness.

Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is an E-Verify participant and equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $32,643.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32,643