Custodian - Duncan, Canada - Canadian Mental Health Association Cowichan Valley Branch

Canadian Mental Health Association Cowichan Valley Branch

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Duncan, Canada

2 weeks ago

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Custodian

Warmland Shelter and Facilities

Operations

Permanent Part-Time

***CMHA is looking for a Custodian at Warmland Shelter and Facilities. Reporting to the Manager, Operations, the Shelter Custodian performs tasks in the daily cleaning and upkeep of CMHA CVB facilities.

The Custodian is responsible for performing duties as directed and delegated, including cleaning shelter and offices, garbage removal, ordering and maintaining cleaning supplies.

QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications include completion of Grade 12; WHIMS certification and Basic First Aid Training.

POSITION DETAILS
This is a Permanent Part-time Union Position (20 hours/per week). The workdays are Saturday and Sunday-8am-4pm and Monday

APPLICATION DETAILS

Applications will be accepted until August 15, 2023.

Please note that proof of COVID19 vaccination status (a valid BC Vaccine Card) and a successful clearance of a Criminal Record Check for vulnerable sector is a condition of employment with CMHA Cowichan Valley Branch. _
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted._

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

Custodian - Warmland Shelter & Facilities

Program Area:

Warmland Shelter

Date:

July 2021

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW:

Providing services in the Cowichan Valley since 1992, Canadian Mental Health Association - Cowichan Valley Branch (CMHA-CVB) is a registered charity and not-for-profit, independent society operating under a branch division agreement with CMHA British Columbia and within the context of the nation-wide Strategic Plan of the Canadian Mental Health Association.

As part of a national organization and an advocate of mental health for all, CMHA-CVB facilitates access to resources people need to maintain and improve mental health and wellbeing, and to participate in community integration, build resilience, and support recovery from mental illness and/or substance use and addiction.

CMHA-CVB operates Warmland House Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing Services, Sobering and Assessment Centre, Adult Outreach programs, a Youth Centre, Youth Connect, Bounce Back personal coaching, Family Capacity Program, Rainbows and a variety of other counselling/therapeutic programs for children, youth, and families.

CMHA-CVB also provides community education and advocacy aimed at the promotion of good mental health and in support of individuals and families with mental health challenges.

CMHA-CVB adheres to the values of diversity, cultural safety, and respect for all, as identified in its Anti-Racism Statement as attached.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Manager, Operations, the Shelter Custodian performs tasks in the daily cleaning and upkeep of CMHA CVB facilities.

The Custodian is responsible for performing duties as directed and delegated, including cleaning shelter and offices, garbage removal, ordering and maintaining cleaning supplies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform a variety of cleaning duties to ensure the cleanliness of the facilities including attention to toilets and bathing rooms, walls, floors, sinks, kitchen area(s), trash containers and windows through methods such as sweeping, vacuuming, washing, mopping, and disinfecting.
Perform a variety of garbage duties such as removing garbage from premises, emptying wall needle disposal units into bulk disposal, keeping garbage container area clear and monitoring disposal service pickup; advises management of any problems.
Monitor maintenance and cleaning supplies by performing duties such as placing purchase orders with external suppliers, receiving supplies, checking invoices against orders and goods received, storing and distributing supplies and contacting suppliers to obtain and provide general information.
Work closely with the Operations Manager, to respond to cleaning tasks as needed.
Prepare and maintain records and reports as requested.
Be familiar with and ensure that the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety standards of Warmland are met and report any discrepancies to the Manager.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in a residential care facility an asset.

Grade 1

Basic First Aid Training Certificate, plus two (2) years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
WHMIS certification.
Successful clearance of a Criminal Record Check for vulnerable sector.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

Excellent cleaning, organization and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive and collaborative working relationships with individuals and teams.
Demonstrated suitability to work with vulnerable and challenging adults in a diverse environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Demonstrated ability to understand and maintain client/wor