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Housekeeping Associate
Boston, MA
Job Description
Housekeeping Associate
The Baker Center for Children and Families (formerly: Judge Baker Children’s Center) was established in 1917. The Baker Center for Children and Families, “JBCC” is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adolescents whose mental health problems threaten to limit their potential. JBCC was named in honor of the Boston Juvenile court’s first Judge Harvey Humphrey Baker, a visionary in child welfare. Judge Harvey Baker was among the first to advocate a system based on understanding and treatment to help troubled youth, rather than one using punishment or incarceration. Today, integrating education, service, research, and training, The Baker Center for Children and Families has become a national leader in the field of children’s mental health.
The Baker Center for Children and Families is currently hiring. If you are looking for a place to get involve and be a part of a great organization, Baker Center is the place for you!
For more information on the Baker Center for Children and Families, please visit: www.bakercenter.org
Housekeeping Associate
Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor of Housekeeping, the Housekeeping Associate will become familiar with safety rules and standard operating procedures of the housekeeping department and assist in the housekeeping program.
Essential Duties:
- Thorough cleaning of the building including hallways, stairways, cafeteria, bathrooms, gymnasium, classrooms and offices according to documented cleaning schedule and cleaning procedures.
- Assure that each office is clean with garbage barrels emptied daily according to trash removal procedures.
- Be advised that there may be people in their offices after hours. Be courteous and ask if you may enter and ask when you should return if they are not ready. Make every effort to return and let your supervisor know which area/office you were not able to clean during your shift.
- Practice safety regulations by posting appropriate warning signs at or around the area being serviced or cleaned at all times.
- Report any repairs to the Supervisor before the end of your shift.
- The housekeeping department works as a team. If one housekeeping employee is out sick or on vacation all other housekeepers are responsible for the absentee’s job along with their own.
- Attendance and being on time is crucial however if the employee is going to be late or absent, it is his/her responsibility to contact the direct supervisor ASAP. The supervisor may be reached by cell phone and leave a message if supervisor does not answer. If you can not reach your supervisor call the Facilities office.
- Upon completion of one housekeeping task the employee must contact the Supervisor for their next job.
- Ds must be worn at all times and proper attire (according to JBCC policy) is required: no shorts, tanks, or sandals.
- Various duties may be assigned as the need arises and the Facilities Department is charged with new and variable responsibilities.
- Flexible and willing to work as a member of a team.
- Mature, responsible and hard working with a positive attitude.
- Tolerance of cleaning supply agents and ability to work with medium weight.
- Must be capable of operating machines such as buffing, shampoo and stripping machines and vacuum cleaners.
- Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear and be capable of repetitive motion
- Position requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Work requires close visual acuity.
- Work is subject to atmospheric conditions.
- Housekeeping Associate position is exposed to environmental conditions; activities occur both inside and outside.
- Housekeeping Associate position is subject to extreme cold and heat.
- Housekeeping Associate position is subject to noise and vibration.
- Housekeeping Associate position is subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working in high places and exposure to chemicals.
- One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases and poor ventilation. Work may require spending time in close quarters and/or narrow passageways.
THE PRECEDING STATEMENT SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF ALL THE WORK REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB. THERE MAY BE OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES REQUIRED TO ACHIEVE THE PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION AND TO ADVANCE THE MISSION OF JUDGE BAKER CHILDREN’S CENTER.
Diverse and multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.
EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt
FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Part-Time
SALARY: $17.55 per hour
OPEN DATE: Ongoing until filled.
SCHEDULE: Boston.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This is a benefit-eligible position. The health and safety of our employees and the children/families we serve is our top priority. All offers of employment are contingent on the candidate meeting criminal background, and references. Ability to commute/relocate. Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).
Diverse and multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Baker Center for Children and Families is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Summary
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Salary and Benefits
$17.55
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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