Custodian

PLEASE NOTE:  All applicants must be willing to work in a holistic environment that encompasses services to men, women and children.

 

HOURLY RATE: $25/HR

CLOSING DATE: Friday March 24^th, 4:00 pm

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Under the direction of the Operational Services Supervisor and or Manager of Operational Services, the Custodian is responsible for assisting in the general custodial responsibilities of Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services, complete tasks in an efficient and effective manner and promotes a supportive, respectful and harmonious team environment.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS: 

• Custodial experience or 1 year of other related experience.
• Must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or a combination of one year related work experience with a minimum of grade ten.
• Be in good health.

• Must provide three written letters of reference

• Must  be able to provide a current Criminal Records Search including a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and provide a proven safe driving record as indicated by a Driver Record Search
• Preference will be given to applicants of Native ancestry
• Successful candidates must pass a Pre-Employment Medical Questionnaire

DIRECTIONS: 

In order to be considered, applications MUST include a cover letter, resume, and 3 current letters of reference.  All documents should clearly state the position applying for.  Please indicate “CONFIDENTIAL” AND “ATTENTION HUMAN RESOURCES” and the position applying for on the envelope. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Mail to:                    Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services

P.O. Box 250

Ohsweken, ON

N0A 1M0

Deliver to:                1781 Chiefswood Rd.

Ohsweken, ON

Email to:                  bthomas@ganohkwasra.ca

Fax to:                     519-445-4825

 

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

 

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Custodial experience or 1 year of other related experience.
• Must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or a combination of one year related work experience with a minimum of grade ten.
• Be in good health.
• Must provide three written letters of reference
• Must be able to provide a current Criminal Records Search including a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and provide a proven safe driving record as indicated by a Driver Record Search
• Preference will be given to applicants of Native ancestry
• Successful candidates must pass a Pre-Employment Medical Questionnaire

KNOWLEDGE:

• Ganohkwasra mission and objectives
• Understanding of family violence
• Familiarity with general housekeeping equipment
• Familiarity with using cleaning supplies
• Awareness of safety measures required in using equipment and cleaning supplies

ABILITY:

• To communicate effectively on a verbal and written level
• To work independently and without direct supervision
• To work flexible hours to meet needs of agency.
• To apply quality time management skills
• To assess, prioritize and complete multiple responsibilities
• To problem solve
• To perform light lifting
• To work with a high risk population

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

• Objective, respectful and sensitive in the performance of all duties
• Ability to work in highly stressful environment
• Punctual, dependable and reliable
• Able maintain and respect healthy boundaries with all individuals
• Personal and professional ethics
• Takes initiative
• Cooperates and works well with others to foster teamwork

 

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES

 

The Custodian will fulfill the requirements of this position under the direct supervision of the Gayenawashra Supervisor  and/or Manager of Residential Services.

Assisting with the general cleanliness of the general office areas and waiting areas of the buildings within Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services, by :

 

• sweeping and damp mopping floors regularly
• buffing floors as necessary to maintain high gloss
• vacuuming all carpeted areas
• steam cleaning rugs when required
• wiping all baseboards
• cleaning interior windows and dusting window shelves on a monthly basis
• cleaning exterior windows on a monthly basis: April-September
• cleaning and sanitizing washroom facilities daily
• emptying all garbage/waste containers and placing in garbage bin as needed
• sorting recycling and placing in outdoor recycling centre
• dusting all surfaces: weekly (ensure all dust and cobwebs are cleaned from high areas)
• cleaning walls as required

Providing Maintenance for the general upkeep of residential units by: 

 

• Gayenawahsra – Assisting with thorough cleaning of residential units when vacated: sweep, wash, vacuum, shampoo and buff floors; clean walls, bathroom facilities, major appliances, and cupboards; dust all areas

• Shelter (As requested) – Assisting with heavy cleaning tasks that may present a safety risk to residential staff including: buffing floors as required

• Youth Lodge (As requested) – Assisting with heavy cleaning tasks that may present a safety risk to residential staff including: buffing floors as required;

Assisting in maintaining the ground work of Ganohkwasra services by:

 

• weeding shrubs and flower beds
• watering shrubs and plants with rainwater when available

 

Prepare and maintain administrative duties in a timely manner by:

 

 

• adhering to and abiding by the contents of the Ganohkwasra Family Assault Support Services Operations Manual
• submitting weekly time sheets and appropriate leave forms
• attending and participating in staff meetings and training sessions as required
• submitting a listing of required inventory to immediate supervisor
• completing all requirements of supervision
• performing all duties in the strictest of confidence

Promote a supportive, respectful and harmonious team environment by:

 

• working cooperatively and in coordination with all staff members
• communicating concerns will all staff members in a sensitive and direct manner to promote understanding and resolution
• providing compassion / nurturance to those involved with Ganohkwasra who are experiencing death / tragedy e.g. cooking as time permits
• participating in special events related to Ganohkwasra initiatives to encourage wellness and spirit as time permits
• relating to one another with respect and kindness to promote the principles of the Good Mind
• promote Haudenosaunee principles, values, beliefs, language and customs
• being willing to participate in personal therapeutic healing process and provide documentation as required/requested
• ongoing maintenance of personal and professional growth and development