Custodian Office​/On-site

The Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN), under the umbrella of the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a Custodian (PCN
128490) to perform custodial and janitorial duties within our WCMHN facility and Young Adult Services Transition Housing program in Torrington. Find out more information on this great opportunity below!

• Full-time (37.5 hours/week), Monday - Friday
• First shift, 7:00 a.m.
  
  - 3:00 p.m.
• Location:
  
  249 Winsted Rd, Torrington, CT

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• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

• Perform routine cleaning tasks including dusting, mopping, sweeping, sanitizing, and washing surfaces such as windows, woodwork, walls, furniture, and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness in offices, bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, and outdoor areas around buildings.
• Collect and dispose of trash, report repair needs, and perform minor maintenance tasks.
• Run errands as assigned.
• Inspect buildings for damage and report conditions to the supervisor.
• Change light bulbs, replace fuses, and perform simple fixes such as lubricating or tightening hinges, drawers, and cabinets.
• Replace ceiling or floor tiles as needed.
• Remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways; apply sand or salt when necessary.
• Move furniture and assist with classroom or space setup.

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

The Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN) was formed in 1996 by the State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), in order to coordinate clinical, fiscal and administrative oversight of Region 5 contracted and state-operated mental health services. Within this service system, there are three state-operated Local Mental Health Authorities, which are located in Waterbury, Danbury and Torrington.

In partnership with the Western Connecticut Mental Health Network they provide and coordinate local clinical services. Over 200 staff including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation, vocational and mental health workers provide services for persons with a long-term mental illness. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive and effective recovery-oriented system of mental health and addiction services that promotes self-sufficiency, dignity, cultural sensitivity and respect.

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A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.

Skills

• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;

Ability to

• follow oral and written instructions;
• operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work;
• keep records.

Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

• Experience using interpersonal skills to deliver customer-focused support to building users.
• Experience using oral and written communication across multiple forms of technology and in-person interactions.
• Experience following oral and written instructions.
• Experience maintaining and keeping records.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.

• Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.
• A physical examination may be required.

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or individuals.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly…