Janitor, Albany

Janitor

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a cleanly facility by completing a variety of cleaning tasks. In addition, they work with their Center Manager to ensure everyone is maintaining a clean and healthy facility. Duties and Responsibilities: To maintain facility in good physical appearance To wash or vacuum bathroom and classroom floors dailyTo clean toilet facilities daily To empty trash daily To vacuum/mop office space and parents' space weekly and to empty trash daily To clean garbage receptacles weekly To wash center equipment (i.e. tables, chairs, toys, cribs, etc.) weekly To wash center equipment as necessary To clean woodwork, walls and windows as necessaryTo carry out any additional state sanitation requirements Working Conditions: Work Schedule: Employees in this position may be required to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to perform maintenance or repair work. Environment: Employees in this position work primarily in an office/school environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions.Physical Demands: Employees in this position are required to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, and lift heavy objects while performing maintenance or repair work. Hazards: Employees in this position personnel may be exposed to hazardous materials or chemicals and may need to wear protective gear such as gloves, masks, or goggles.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. NEKCA is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We work diligently to recruit a broad pool of candidates and to hire and promote qualified individuals whose personal experiences, characteristics, and talents reasonably reflect the diversity of the communities served by NEKCA. Our equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities.Qualifications for positions within NEKCA are determined by the duties and responsibilities of the position itself. Position Requirements: Education and Experience: Core Competencies: Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Interest in and support for the CFDP program Ability to maintain confidentialityCore Values: Demonstrate competency in all five areas of NEKCA's Core Values Demonstrate and support a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. Empower individuals to recognize and utilize their potential for growth and positive change Promote social justice and equity in the community. Build and maintain strong relationships with the local community.Involve community members in the organization's initiatives and decision-making processes. Value diversity and respecting the cultural backgrounds of participants Ensure that services are inclusive and culturally sensitive. Uphold ethical standards in all interactions with participants and the community.Participate in self-reflection and self-care practices to prevent burnout. Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional codes of conduct. Maintain participant confidentiality and ensuring participant safety. Use clear, respectful, and professional language and behavior when communicating with participants, colleagues, and other service providers.Demonstrate a genuine understanding of and care for the needs and feelings of participants or service users. In person attendance required during scheduled hours as defined by your supervisor. Be sensitive to participant's unique situations and challenges. Represent NEKCA in public and advocating for its mission.Background Checks: Employees in this role are required to undergo a background check in accordance with NEKCA policy, which may include verifying education, employment history, and criminal records.