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Children's Home of Poughkeepsie • Full-time • Poughkeepsie, New York • 2m ago

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Childrens Home of Poughkeepsie - Poughkeepsie, NY

Full Time

High School Diploma/GED

$18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

None

Business Hours

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

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. We are currently seeking a Custodian to work in our Support Services Department.

Position Summary:

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

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday-Sunday OFF.

The Children's Home offers an outstanding benefit package which includes medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 403(b), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and a great work environment! Paid time off includes 4 weeks of vacation, 3 personal days, 12 holidays and 9 sick days annually

Qualifications

MINIMUM Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid NYS Driver License in good condition as determined by the Agency.
Previous experience in housekeeping/custodial work.
Must complete and pass a pre-employment physical, PPD and drug screen and an annual physical and PPD.

PREFERRED Qualifications:

At least 1 year of experience working in a congregate care environment.
Appropriate certifications/licensure

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

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 (vacuum cleaner, floor buffer, IMOP, kitchen equipment, etc.)
Able to safely operate an agency vehicle in accordance with NYS motor vehicle law.

*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. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the form I-9.