Custodian Part Time

Job Details:
Level: Entry,

Job Location:

Home Sweet Home Ministries
- Bloomington, IL 61701, Position Type:
Part Time, Education Level: Not Specified, Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.50 Hourly,

Job Shift: Day, Job Category:
Nonprofit
- Social Services,

For over a century, Home Sweet Home Ministries has stood as a pillar of the community and a beacon of Christ’s love for the hungry, unhoused, and hopeless here in Central Illinois. It is the mission of every member of our staff and our volunteers to demonstrate Christ’s love through innovative approaches that instill hope, restore lives, and build community. We offer supportive services to those in need – providing shelter, food, case management, as well as programs including Rapid Rehousing and our Bread for Life Co-Op.

Now you, too, can help build upon our traditions and contribute your passion for caring for others and your desire to be a guiding light for Christ’s love to those caught in the storm by joining our dedicated team. Home Sweet Home Ministries offers employment opportunities for those with a desire to be part of a community committed to helping others.

Purpose-Driven Impact:
Make a meaningful difference every day. Your work helps restore hope and dignity to individuals in our community while sharing Christ’s love and compassion.

Join a Caring Team:
Work alongside compassionate, mission-driven colleagues who are committed to serving others and making a lasting impact.

Home Sweet Home Ministries, 303 E Oakland, Bloomington, IL 61701

Part-time, 25 hours/week, Sunday
- Thursday. Daytime shift. Schedule negotiable.

$16.00-$16.50/hour

This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, orderly, and welcoming environment across all areas of the Home Sweet Home Ministries (HSHM) campus. Duties include performing a full range of custodial tasks such as cleaning and sanitizing facilities - including high-use areas such as restrooms, showers, and locker rooms - and maintaining indoor and outdoor areas, restocking supplies, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

The role also involves monitoring building conditions, proactively communicating facility needs or safety concerns to supervisors, and maintaining confidentiality and professionalism when working in both public and residential spaces. Weekend hours are required for this position.

• Clean and sanitize all assigned areas of the HSHM campus, including restrooms, showers, locker rooms, offices, common areas, residential spaces, and basements.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors and stairwells; shampoo carpets as needed.
• Clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, showers, lockers, and fixtures to maintain a hygienic and safe environment for residents, guests, and staff.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and replacing liners in accordance with facility standards.
• Clean and disinfect windows, mirrors, and other surfaces throughout the facility.
• Maintain outdoor areas by sweeping debris, removing trash, performing light landscaping, and clearing walkways as necessary.
• Restock cleaning and hygiene supplies in restrooms, locker rooms, kitchens, and other designated areas; maintain organized janitor closets and fully stocked supply caddies for work service participants, ensuring appropriate levels of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Follow all OSHA safety standards and ensure that Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are current, accessible, and properly stored.
• Proactively communicate custodial needs, supply shortages, or facility concerns to the supervisor, providing recommendations or plans for resolution.
• Regularly update the status of assigned tasks and…