Custodian

The William George Agency for Childrens Serv•Freeville, NY

132d•Onsite

About The Position

The William George Agency for Children's Services is seeking a Custodian to perform a variety of cleaning and unskilled maintenance tasks. This role is responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of assigned areas in buildings, surrounding grounds, and walkways. Additionally, employees in this job function as a part-time Vocational Instructor for the youth, providing a positive work experience that emphasizes the development of a good work ethic and vocational skills. The agency is a private not-for-profit residential treatment center licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) serving male and female youth between the ages of 12 and 21, and their families, who present with significant mental health issues, behavioral difficulties, and substance abuse issues.

Requirements

A working knowledge of the methods and equipment used in custodial services, floor, and building care, plus light maintenance work
High School Diploma or equivalent (copy required upon hire)
Yearly Physical (required within 1 month of hire)
Valid NYS Driver’s License (copy required upon hire)
Ability to work with a diverse population presenting a variety of cultural, socioeconomic, developmental and sexual identities. Must have the ability and willingness to establish and foster healthy and supportive relationships that acknowledge individual identities and encourage personal growth.
Must successfully complete all required background checks: NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR), Multi-State Sex Offender Registry (SOR), NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) fingerprinting, NYS Justice Center Staff Exclusion List (SEL), NYS OMIG Medicaid Exclusion List, Out-of-state child abuse register inquiry of any state in which the person resided within the last five years (if applicable), NYS License Event Notification Service (LENS), Office of Inspector General (OIG)
Must successfully complete Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)

Nice To Haves

Good Communication and Organizational Skills
Experience working with adolescents

Responsibilities

Perform general cleaning and disinfection tasks
Collect and remove trash, recycling, and transport to a centralized location for disposal
Wash floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using mops, detergents, brushes, and other cleaning devices
Scrub and clean restrooms and showers, using hand-operated equipment and cleaning agents; and unclog toilets, traps, and sinks
Vacuum, strip, and wax floors, and shampoo carpets using manual and mechanical equipment
Replace lightbulbs, and dust or wash light fixtures and high places, such as ceilings, using ladders, other appropriate equipment, and tools
Polish wood and metal surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment
Move and arrange furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning tasks or preparation for meetings, events, and other activities
Sweep, remove snow, and salt walkways using mechanical and manual equipment
Report and recommend necessary repairs and maintenance requiring skilled trades work to the supervisor
Prepare, mix, and dilute cleaning solutions following the manufacturer’s directions
Demonstrate proper cleaning procedures
Properly use equipment, material, and tools in a safe and professional manner
Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor
Assess the youth’s interests and knowledge of the Vocational Program specific to your trade area
Instruct youth in a skilled trade to prepare them for employment upon discharge
Plan and conduct on-the-job training activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides youth with opportunities to observe, question, and participate in
Instruct youth in the proper and safe care of work areas and all applicable equipment; stress safety at all times
Be prepared and in position to begin work by the Vocational Program time schedules; ensure that assigned youth are properly supervised at all times and maintain attendance and work schedule records
Enforce established dress, conduct, and behavior codes appropriate to the Vocational Program area
Communicate and document significant behaviors or incidents on behalf of youth
Maintain all trade-related, Vocational Program, and youth records and paperwork in a timely, organized way
Adhere to and perform all duties following all rules, regulations, policies, and safety standards of The William George Agency and the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, while upholding our mission, vision, and values.