Custodial Housekeeper

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Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

The Custodial Housekeeper is a non-exempt position responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of the Unaccompanied Children Program and performing custodial duties as assigned.

• Provide a positive role model for the development of socialization and other skills for all children
• Change and launder bed linens every 5 days or after a child is released from the Program, whichever is sooner
• Clean all bathrooms daily, including sinks, mirrors, toilets, and mop floors daily
• Sweep the laundry area and mop floors daily throughout
• Empty trash daily from the offices, bathrooms, client bathrooms, and day areas
• Vacuum the day room, hallways, office areas, and clients’ rooms daily
• Clean clients’ shower stalls and bathtubs daily
• Clean ceiling fans as needed throughout the building on a monthly basis
• Distribute toilet paper and paper towels as needed
• Dust, polish, and clean furniture throughout the building on a room-by-room rotating basis
• Wipe walls and clean windows once a week
• Change light bulbs, refill paper towels, refill sanitizing lotion, and soap
• Check furniture for wear and tear; report any conditions that can be a hazard to the clients to maintenance immediately for repair or action
• Develop an inventory list and amounts needed of all paper products and cleaning supplies on a monthly basis
• Perform all other duties as assigned

• $18.77 per hour PLUS $.50 per hour for working during second shift hours and $1.00 per hour for working overnight and weekend hours
• 15 PTO Days per year
• 13 Paid holidays
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

• High school diploma or equivalent degree and one (1) year of experience working with children, preferred
• Previous professional experience in housekeeping/cleaning is preferred
• Experience in a residential setting is preferred
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions
• Ability to deal professionally, courteously, and effectively with clients and staff
• Ability to deal with minor emergencies and know where to seek help
• Ability to communicate and read effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people of varying ages and backgrounds
• Ability to lift and/or carry cleaning supplies, equipment, etc., up to 40 lbs. when required
• Ability to work under stressful situations and in a stressful environment
• Ability to work overtime when required
• Prolonged standing, bending, and lifting
• Potential exposure to clients who may be verbally and/or physically aggressive
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases and blood-borne pathogens
• Must wear personal protective equipment as required by the exposure control plan and safety program
• Must wear safety glasses when dealing with harsh chemicals

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental…