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About the Role

The Custodian is responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of all agency facilities and assists with Children’s Home special events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills training responsibilities according to Children’s Home, NYS Justice Center, OCFS, ORR and OMH regulations.
• Adheres to all agency policies and procedures.
• Inspects all areas of building or facility and ensures their cleanliness and functionality on a daily basis.
• Dusts and vacuums all individual spaces weekly.
• Cleans all bathrooms and areas where food services are available on a regular daily schedule.
• Cleans and vacuums all public areas of the facility daily.
• Performs light repairs not requiring assistance from the Buildings & Grounds Supervisor.
• Assists with the preparation of special events, including set-up and clean up.
• Delivers housekeeping supplies to cottages.
• Assists other support services departments as needed.
• Uses appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as required for various tasks.
• Attends all mandatory training as scheduled.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid NYS Driver License in good condition.
• Previous experience in housekeeping/custodial work.
• Must complete and pass a pre-employment physical, PPD and drug screen and an annual physical and PPD.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a congregate care environment (preferred).
• Capable of vigorous physical activity, including bending, stooping, kneeling, walking to different campus locations.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Constantly handling agency-approved cleaning and sanitizing chemicals.
• Able to safely operate job-specific machinery.
• Able to safely operate an agency vehicle in accordance with NYS motor vehicle law.

Skills

• Housekeeping
• Custodial work
• Cleaning
• Sanitation
• Personal Protective Equipment usage
• Operation of cleaning machinery
• Operation of agency vehicle

Location

• Poughkeepsie, NY

Work Type

• Full Time
• Business Hours

Experience Level

• Previous experience in housekeeping/custodial work
• At least 1 year of experience working in a congregate care environment (preferred)

Education Level

• High School Diploma/GED

Salary/Compensations

• $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Life insurance
• 403(b)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 holidays, 9 sick days annually)

About the Company

• The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie has been caring for children throughout the Hudson Valley for over 175 years!
• We strive to empower children and families to achieve optimal health and well being.

Equal Opportunity

• The Children's Home of Poughkeepsie is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• The Children's Home participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.