Custodian-Full Time

Athelas Institute • Columbia, MD

13d • $21 - $23

About The Position

Athelas Institute, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to live meaningful, fulfilling lives in their communities. We provide residential, vocational, and day support programs across Central Maryland — and we’re seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Janitorial Staff Member to help us keep our spaces safe, clean, and welcoming. The Janitorial Staff member will play a key role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of Athelas’ facilities. This position is responsible for quarterly deep cleaning of 18 residential group homes and twice-weekly cleaning of our 2,500 sq. ft. administrative office in Columbia, MD. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and takes pride in creating a clean, sanitary, and professional environment for our clients and staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior janitorial, custodial, or facilities maintenance experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and stand, bend, or walk for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required (travel to multiple sites weekly).
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and self-direction.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and respecting the privacy of residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform quarterly cleaning of 18 residential group homes, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, window cleaning, kitchen and bathroom sanitation, and surface disinfection.
• Provide twice-weekly cleaning of a 2,500 sq. ft. office space, ensuring all work areas, common spaces, restrooms, and meeting rooms are well maintained.
• Manage and track cleaning supply inventory ; notify leadership when reorders are needed.
• Follow all safety and sanitation protocols, including the proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and maintain a professional and respectful demeanor while working in residential environments.

Benefits

• Health : Health, Vision, Dental, supplemental coverage through Aflac.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Incentives : Company Paid: Short / Long Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Flexible Spending Account, Sunny Day Fund
• Work-Life Balance: Vacation, Sick, Personal, Bereavement, Jury Duty
• Financial: 403B plan, Employee Credit Union (SECU)
• Training: Paid DDA and new hire training's, Paid CPR and First Aid Certification Paid Medication Administration Training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees