Custodial Assistant South County Hab Center

Department of Mental Health
, St. Louis Developmental Disabilities Treatment Centers
, South County Habilitation Center
, 2312 Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO 63125.

Opening Date: June 3, 2026, POSTING CA#2659

Closing Date: June 17, 2026, on or before 4:30pm.

Custodial Assistant – Custodial. Semi‑monthly salary: $1472.91. Days off:
Sat/Sun.

Work hours:

7:30am to 4:00pm.

Salary Notes: The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. Years of service adjustments, shift differentials, and other targeted salary payments are applied to the total compensation of your paycheck and are subject to eligibility requirements of the appropriate differential.

This is a first‑level custodial position accountable for cleaning office or resident areas. An employee works under general supervision and follows instructions and directions as part of a cleaning crew. Responsibilities include maintaining an inventory of supplies and tools, notifying the supervisor of resupply needs, and performing routine maintenance on equipment.

• A basic knowledge of cleaning techniques
• A willingness to work, energetic, detail‑oriented, and dependable
• Flexibility to assist where needed
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects
• Ability to complete duties in outdoor conditions and occasionally be exposed to wet or humid conditions

This position will be filled by selecting among the most senior qualified bidder and then applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities meet or exceed the qualifications described in this posting. Seniority shall be the deciding factor applied in hiring decisions that require a choice between two or more substantially equal applicants.

Current Custodial Assistants, please submit a SLDDTC employment Bidding Form for consideration.

All other applicants please submit a completed SLDDTC Application form to the SCHC HR Office, Attn:
Jennifer Krystynak, 2312 Lemay Ferry Road;
St. Louis, MO 63125; or fax to (314) 894‑5488 by the closing date/time or apply online at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

DMH employees applying for this position with disciplinary actions within the past 6 months will not be considered.

The successful candidate assigned to this position will not be eligible to apply for another position for ninety (90) days from the date of the assignment.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

For questions or more information please contact Jennifer Krystynak stynak.gov or by phone 314‑894‑5418.