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Housekeeper
full-time•New York
About this role
ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!
Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.
But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.
Located in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, the East Flatbush Safe Havens is comprised of 110 beds for individuals not yet ready to transition into permanent housing, as well as those who may have struggled in other housing programs. East Flatbush Safe Haven offers an alternative to life on the street: private, safe, clean, and affordable short-term accommodations. On-site case management and clinical services are available to meet the needs of its residents and to help those ready to move into secure permanent housing.
Housekeeper
Reporting to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, the Housekeeper is a part of the department that maintains the common areas of the safe haven. Examples of common areas include offices, multi-purpose rooms, roof deck, garden, trash collection area, lobby, fitness room and sidewalks. Client areas will also be cleaned.
This position has a 35-hour work week, onsite.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
- Sweep, mop, wash, dust, and vacuum
- Seal, wax, and buff floors and hard surfaces
- Maintain sidewalks, including sweeping, raking leaves, and shoveling snow
- Clean individual units when vacated or requested by work order
- Sort and package recyclables to comply with NYC regulations
- Operate compactor
- Set up and clean up for meetings and other events
- Assist painters and engineers when assigned
- Perform work at other facilities as required
- Perform other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Comparable work experience
- Experience operating of vacuum cleaner, high speed buffer
- Ability to lift and move furniture, appliances, etc.
- High School Diploma, GED, Trade School Diploma, or equivalent
- Ability to stand for several hours during shift and to climb stairs in the event of an emergency
- Experience working with special needs populations a plus
- Basic knowledge of using a computer is a plus, but is not required
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
What you'll do
- The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of common areas and client areas within the safe haven. Duties include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning individual units as needed.
About Breaking Ground
Breaking Ground’s success in ending homelessness is built on a housing model that serves individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
For the chronically homeless, we create safe, secure housing, with essential on-site support services to help them address the psychosocial, mental, and physical health problems that are obstacles to independent living.
For individuals who find themselves at the edge of homelessness, our affordable housing provides an all-important safety net.
Today, Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with wraparound services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.
But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Housekeeper do at Breaking Ground?
As a Housekeeper at Breaking Ground, you will: the Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of common areas and client areas within the safe haven. Duties include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning individual units as needed..
Is the Housekeeper position at Breaking Ground remote?
The Housekeeper position at Breaking Ground is based in New York, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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