Program Description

Shoreline PSH provides safe and dignified 24/7 Permanent Supportive Housing for 100 people.  Our mission is to provide hospitable and low barrier housing with a harm reduction model. This is to be done in the spirit of the ministry of presence, which fosters attention to the individual and respect for each person's unique situation.  Shoreline PSH is for a population of any age who are vulnerable to the weather, street predators, and illness. These people may be high needs, have serious physical disabilities, chronic and acute mental illness, active chemical dependency and trauma.  Janitors are responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness of the facility assisting with light maintenance issues, and fostering a team environment among shelter staff and volunteers. CCS is committed to making our services, our agencies and our communities free of the divisive and dehumanizing ravages of racism. We strive for anti-racist programming and practices by supporting racial unity and justice in our daily work.

Position Description

Responsible for cleaning building common areas and units during turnover. Seek to provide tenants with a safe, positive and sanitary living environment.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine scheduled cleaning duties: sweep, mop, and wash walls. Clean bathrooms, food serving area and other common areas to building standards. Stock and assist with communicating inventory.
• Maintain clean exterior of building.
• Assist building maintenance staff and maintenance vendors as needed. Remove garbage and recycling from building following all safe trash removal protocol. Wash trash cans.
• Enforce building and program rules.  Perform other duties as assigned

General Responsibilities 

• Observe/follow guidelines on confidentiality rights of residents and respect their privacy.
• Alert management staff to issues/concerns regarding building or residents that are observed in the course of performing duties.
• Maintain cooperative relationship with businesses in the surrounding neighborhood.
• Contribute to the mission of Catholic Community Services.
• Contribute to and support a positive, team-oriented work environment.

Job Conditions

This position requires the employee to work in an environment where there may be exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and potentially infectious material and chemicals, dust, noise and odors. Working conditions include frequent interruptions, moving between the four buildings, sharing workspace with colleagues, working alone, working long hours during peak periods, extensive computer use, and interactions with individuals who are angry and/or dealing with mental health and substance abuse issues.

Physical and Mental Acuity Demands

• The requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentials functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Able to understand and apply custodial instructions/manuals
• Able to observe safety rules
• Able to climb ladders and work in high places
• Able to walk, kneel, climb, stand, crouch, stoop, reach, pull, and other related activities associated with janitorial work
• Able to regularly lift and carry up to 20 pounds and occasionally 40 pounds
• Able to hand write legibly
• Able to work independently and as a team member
• Able to keep a calm and constructive attitude when facing an escalated resident or circumstance
• Able to interact positively with a diverse population of people
• Able to perform tasks requirement manual dexterity
• Regularly able to perform duties assigned
• Able to see well enough to identify cleaning needs and complete to acceptable standards

• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Commitment to developing and safekeeping a workplace that values and supports a culturally diverse work environment.
• Ability to regular lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Commitment to harm reduction program model
• Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.
• Demonstrate the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations.
• Applicant must successfully pass required background clearances prior to an offer of employment.

Note to Internal Candidates: HR reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors.

Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.