Part-Time Chore Worker

50 North•Findlay, OH

14h

About The Position

For more than five decades 50 North has helped older adults and their families in Hancock County navigate some of life’s biggest transitions. 50 North’s mission is to enrich lives and support independence of people 50 and older in Hancock County. We offer solutions in these key areas: ACTIVITIES, CHORES, NUTRITION, OUTREACH AND WELLNESS. What you will be doing: The Chore Worker will be working with the Facility and Chore Services Director to complete work requests. This position will determine what materials are needed, picking up the materials, scheduling the time needed, and determine what chores need completed while working with the Supervisor. Complete minor home repairs, such as carpentry, electrical and plumbing. Perform yard work, major cleaning, mowing, leaf raking, bush trimming, painting, snow removal, etc. Must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions. Manage volunteer work crews for Days of Caring, County Trustees, and other similar events. Communicate to the Facility and Chore Services Director any addition or subtraction to work orders. Maintain work orders and keep track of hours and expenses for each client. Report any potential work site hazards. Make note of any mental or health risks the clients may be unknowingly experiencing and inform the Chore Manager. Assume any other duties as needed and schedule chore jobs in a cost-effective manner.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Drivers License
Experience in housekeeping, maintenance, home repair/construction
Positive attitude and friendly demeanor
Clear and effective communication skills
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with a team
Ability to become CPR, AED and First Aid Certified
Ability to move equipment or boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
Move about the building and grounds regularly in supervision of employees and to assess safety issues
Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
Ability to observe details at close range
Occasionally ascends/descends ladders
Occasionally positions self to maintain files in file cabinets
Ability to arrive to work on-time
Move about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
Assess the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
Able to work outside in all weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Experience with older adults and community health services preferred

Responsibilities

Complete work requests
Determine what materials are needed
Pick up materials
Schedule time needed
Determine what chores need completed
Complete minor home repairs, such as carpentry, electrical and plumbing
Perform yard work, major cleaning, mowing, leaf raking, bush trimming, painting, snow removal, etc.
Work outside in all weather conditions
Manage volunteer work crews
Communicate to the Facility and Chore Services Director any addition or subtraction to work orders
Maintain work orders and keep track of hours and expenses for each client
Report any potential work site hazards
Make note of any mental or health risks the clients may be unknowingly experiencing and inform the Chore Manager
Assume any other duties as needed and schedule chore jobs in a cost-effective manner