RESTROOM ATTENDANT

MIDNIGHT MISSION • Los Angeles, CA

22d • $18 - $19

About The Position

The Restroom Attendant /Homeless Community in-reach staff is a new position that The Midnight Mission deems vital to providing a safe, clean, secure, trauma-free restroom for people who are experiencing homelessness on the streets of skid-row. The restrooms will be in use 24 hours 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of general janitorial skills and cleaning techniques
• Ability to project a professional demeanor and exercise mature judgement
• Engagement and rapport building skills with difficult guests
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals of diverse social, economic and cultural backgrounds
• Knowledge about non-violent crisis intervention techniques
• Ability to work independently and complete assigned duties with minimum supervision.
• Flexible, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment that requires sensitivity and professionalism
• Availability to work evening and weekends as requested by management, and based on the operational needs of the program
• Ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively as a team player.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English – must be able to read words and phrases in English on cleaning supply containers and floor applications, etc.
• Ability to arrive to work reliably and on time
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and/or directions.
• Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9 and valid California ID or Driver’s License)
• Ability to maintain regular , consistent attendance
• Updated TB test
• Successful completion of background screening including Live-scan or comparable
• Successful completion of drug testing – we reserve our legal right to refuse hiring candidates who test positive for prescriptive medical marijuana use [70 Cal.Rptr.3d 382 (2008), AB243, AB266, SB643]
• Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid through TMM

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Director of Security, provide a safe, clean, secure trauma-free restroom and perform various janitorial cleaning duties within The Midnight Mission courtyard and adjacent restrooms.
• Sweep and mop floors, collect and dispose of trash, re-stock dispensers as needed, wash walls, clean and sanitize face bowls, urinals, toilets and showers after each use, and provide towels and hygiene items to guests showering.
• Provide friendly customer service to guests' inquiries.
• Ensure restrooms are not being used for inappropriate activities such as drug use or sells, smoking, loitering, or other activities.
• Report suspicious individuals and/or activity to Security staff posted immediately outside the restroom area and the Supervisor.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed