FACILITIES CLEANING ASSOCIATE

Callen Lorde; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in LGBTQ+ healthcare is seeking a Facilities Cleaning Associate to join their dedicated team. This role is pivotal in maintaining a clean and safe environment for staff and patients. You will perform various cleaning and sanitizing tasks, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in janitorial work, along with a commitment to providing excellent service. Join a passionate organization that values diversity and promotes health education within the community. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Commuter Benefits

Paid Time Off

403B Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience required.
• 1-2 years experience in janitorial or technical facility work.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties in clinical and administrative areas.
• Monitor sanitation and organization of assigned areas.
• Communicate safety concerns and assist with repairs.

Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

Physical Capability

Knowledge of Cleaning Chemicals

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cleaning Supplies

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Callen-Lorde Community Health Center - Bronx - Bronx, NY

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $19.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Swing

Job Category: Facilities

Description

About Us:

Callen-Lorde is the global leader in LGBTQ+ healthcare. Since the days of Stonewall, we have been transforming lives in LGBTQ+ communities through excellent comprehensive care, provided free of judgment and regardless of ability to pay. In addition, we are continuously pioneering research, advocacy and education to drive positive change around the world, because we believe healthcare is a human right.

Our Mission:

Callen-Lorde Community Health Center provides sensitive, quality health care and related services targeted to New York’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities — in all their diversity — regardless of ability to pay. To further this mission, Callen-Lorde promotes health education and wellness, and advocates for LGBTQ+ health issues.

About the Role:

The Facilities Cleaning Associate is a member of the Facilities team and will support their department leadership to achieve all facilities and safety goals. The Facilities Cleaning Associate will be responsible for performing all tasks related to the upkeep of facilities and facilities services. The role entails performing a range of cleaning and sanitizing duties, including cleaning clinical and administrative areas, floors, surfaces, restrooms, and common areas, and performing routine inspections. The role will also provide cleaning support to facilitate a well-kept, orderly, and safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all basic cleaning in clinical and administrative spaces at all network site locations.
• Communicate all quality and safety concerns to the department and site leadership.
• Comply with all FQHC applicable compliance codes and regulations.
• Monitor and maintain sanitation and organization of assigned areas.
• Communicate with team leadership about concerns about deficiencies or needs for repairs.
• Stock and maintain supply room, assist other departments when needed to ensure optimum service.
• Perform heavy cleansing duties and special projects.
• Follow all health and safety regulations.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Respond in a timely manner to emergency facilities situations and internal customer concerns.
• Prepare meeting rooms for group use by setting up or putting away resources such as tables, chairs, and equipment.
• Conduct building opening and closing procedures, including de-activating security alarms, unlocking doors, turning on lights, and checking the boiler.

Work Schedule:
This full-time position with occasional evening hours.

Benefits:

Salary will be based on experience and will be accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package including an exceptional low-cost medical plan option for you, your spouse/domestic partner and/or your family, dental insurance, vision insurance, no-cost life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Assistance, commuter benefits, a generous paid time off plan, and a 403B retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in the janitorial field, trade, technical facility, or equivalent work experience.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position including bending, squatting, stretching, and lifting 25 pounds on a regular basis.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets.

Desired Characteristics, Skills:

• Schedule flexibility.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to visitors, staff, and patients.
• Sensitivity to LGBT, HIV, and diverse racial/ethnic communities required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Commitment to the mission of Callen-Lorde.