Custodian

Company: Depaul USA
Location: Little Rock
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionSalary: 12.00/hourlyDEPAUL USA, INC POSITION DESCRIPTIONTITLE: Jericho Way Part-time CustodianFLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-ExemptHOURS: 18 hours per week/7am-1pmRESPONSIBLE TO: Little Rock City/Program DirectorDIRECT REPORTS: NoneLOCATION: Little Rock, ARWAGE: $12.00/hourlyMissionDepaul USA is the Chicago-based, U.S. affiliate of the international homelessness services organization Depaul International. We support homeless and marginalized people around the U.S., providing people experiencing homelessness with purpose and hope for a positive future. Our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and a stake in his or her community. In cities across the nation, we meet people where they are to address their needs. Depaul USA is innovating and bringing real solutions to those facing homelessness. Our Vincentian values underpin what we do:

• We celebrate the potential of people.
• We put our words into action.
• We aim to take a wider role in civil society; and
• We believe in rights and responsibilities. Custodian (bottom floor)Job Summary The custodian is responsible for providing a clean, sanitary, comfortable, orderly, and satisfying environment for clients, staff, volunteers, and the public who use the day/resource center. The custodian promotes sanitary conditions to help prevent the spread of infection at the facility while guest is using the showers and laundry services.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Main Tasks
    • Maintains facility in a sanitary and infection-free condition through washing, cleaning, and wiping of equipment and furnishings.
    • Plan work schedule for major tasks.
    • Disposes of trash, waste, and other materials regularly.
    • Must handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc. Must comply with all regulations, including OSHA, EPA, State Health Department, etc.
    • Keeps facilities clean.
    • Sweep and wet mops floors in hallways, bathrooms, and shower area. Clean basins, toilets, mirrors, and showers regularly.
    • Reports any needed repairs immediately to supervisor (such as leaky faucets or toilet, loose tile, broken windowpanes missing nuts and screw, etc.)
    • Check entire area for spills, water, etc. periodically, especially in bathrooms, showers, and hygiene area.
    • Clean showers, bathrooms, and laundry area throughout the day and before the end of shift.
    • Take guest laundry; wash and dry guest laundry and return before the end of the day. Label all guest items.
    • Clean/wipe down shower kits per guest usage.
    • Wash and fold towels throughout the day.
    • Uses safety precautions in all housekeeping duties, especially as they pertain to use of solutions.
    • Ensure appropriate forms are being used in response to laundry and showers.
    • Sign guest up for laundry service and shower service.
    • Assist with laundry and showers.
    • Work with volunteers on ordering supplies and volunteering in laundry and showers.
    • Works with other members of the staff and volunteers while on shift.
    • Works with supervisor to stay within budget of ordering products.
    • Participates in monthly supervision and help in identifying your own job-related development and training needs.
    • Ensures that all DePaul USA policies and procedures are being adhered to, particularly those relating to Health and Safety, Code of practice and Confidentiality.
    • Undertakes the role in a professional manner always maintaining a high-quality standard of work, and to work always in accordance with the Vision, Mission and Values of DePaul USA.
    • Undertakes any other duties that may be required which are commensurate with the role.Qualifications The Ideal Custodian:
      • Diploma or GED
      • Has a strong work ethic and pays attention to detail;
      • Embodies the values of the organization, including, accountability, responsibility, and respect for others;
      • Is able to take direction and be flexible;
      • Has good oral communication skills and excel in a team environment;Physical RequirementsThis position demands good physical and mental health. The custodian will be required to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, sit, and must be able to move continuously during work hour and able to lift and/ or carry 50 pounds. The work schedule may be different from day to day or week to week, as needs indicate. Must show proof of COVID vaccination status or must be vaccinated with 90 days of employment.Thank you for considering DePaul USA! For more information, visit: www.depaul.org.To apply for this position, please submit resume and cover letter expressing interest:Email: latissle.stevenson@depaulusa.org

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