Housekeeper; Residential

Housekeeper (Residential)

Location:

Albany, NY

Program:
Residential Services –Copson House

Type:
Full-time (Non-exempt)

Pay Range: $17.00 - $20.40 per hour

Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 8am-4pm w/flexibility as needed

Notes:
Local travel; a NYS Driver's License and personal vehicle is required

Job . #: 0312

Our Mission

St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families and adults we serve.

Our Vision

St. Catherine's willingness to embrace change and develop new services is, and will remain, our guiding philosophy as we support the human service needs of children, families, and adults throughout the region.

Position Overview

To participate as a member of the Cleaning Team in creating and maintaining a therapeutic, organized and clean environment for the children and staff assigned to the Residential Program group home.

Position Requirements & Specifications

• High School diploma/ GED Equivalent, required.
• Prior experience in general housekeeping duties, required.
• A commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and attractive environment for children is essential.
• A Clean and Valid New York State Driver's License (actively licensed at least one year) - is required*
• Flexibility to work after regular business hours to complete all assigned job tasks, required.
• Previous experience working in a human services agency, is a plus!
• Excellent organization, planning and time management skills;
  Ability to effectively manage (in a timely manner) the varied tasks of the position.
• Strong interpersonal skills and exhibit empathy for those in need.
• Capable of exercising ethical, independent judgment and discretion, and handle sensitive data with strict confidentiality.
• Self-motivated and engaged, with a strong attention to detail.
• Qualities of positivity, patience and adaptability to day-to-day changes with client needs and functioning.
• Must be willing and able to work in close proximity with the clients we serve.
• Ability to complete pre-employment background check requirements, including CBC fingerprinting.

* Staff in driving positions must be able to meet the agency's minimum requirements of our insurance policy for authorized drivers including, but not limited to, the minimum age of 21 at time of hire; with the ability to maintain insurability throughout employment.

Essential Duties &

Responsibilities include:

• Adheres to the work plan provided by the Program Manager, which may include providing housekeeping services at other Residential program locations.
• Follows the assigned duties as listed in the daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules, including the following:
• Wash, dry and fold laundry, return items to respective storage places and clean laundry areas as needed.
• Sweep and mop floors including offices and medication rooms.
• Vacuum carpets, rugs and stairs.
• Clean bathrooms and facilities, including medication rooms, and sanitize as needed.
• Request supplies as needed and keep equipment in safe working condition.
• Return trashcans to storage area.
• Follow regulations used to control infectious diseases.
• Check storage areas and organize them as needed.
• At end of shift ensure that all windows and doors are securely locked.
• Completes seasonal or periodic tasks as assigned by the Program Manager, including:
• Cleans windows and windowsills
• Cleans and organizes the storage room
• Cleans curtains and seat covers
• As an employee of St. Catherine's adheres to the agency's philosophy and policies
• Adheres to communicable disease and infection control procedures.
• Additional position-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Manager.

What We Offer You**

• Competitive Pay with an Excellent Benefits Package
• Health Insurance options:
  Medical, Dental and Vision
• $600 Well-being Reimbursement Benefit
• Generous Combined Leave Time (CLT) and Paid Holidays!
• We are a 501(c) (3) agency, which is a qualifying employer for eligible staff under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pension Plan with Generous Agency Contribution
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan
• Life Insurance – Automatic Benefit at no cost to employee
• Paid Training, including TCI and…