Housekeepers/Porter

Homes for the Homeless, Inc. (HFH) is seeking Housekeepers/Porters to join our team at our newest facility in Hell's Kitchen to ensure our families have a clean and safe environment to call home temporarily.

ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC.

Homes for the Homeless, Inc. (HFH) is a non-profit social services organization operating family shelters throughout NYC that serve as a hub of opportunity for families residing in shelters and those in the neighboring community. On-site programs range from childcare, early childhood education centers, afterschool clubs and programs, and youth recreation activities, such as sports teams, to housing assistance, case management, parenting workshops, career and job vocational training, support groups and substance abuse assistance, and family engagement and recreation events for the whole family. We invite you to visit our website, www.hfhnyc.org, to learn more about our facilities and programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clean hallways, lobbies, restrooms, and other work areas to meet health standards.
• Vacuum, sweep, scrub, wax, and polish floors using brooms, mops, or powered machines.
• Wash windows, glass partitions, and mirrors.
• Dust and disinfect furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in custodial work.
• Familiar with the proper use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift to 60 pounds.
• Be able to stand for long periods (up to 9 hours).

COMPENSATION/EEO:

To attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment that focuses on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide excellent benefits, including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, three weeks paid vacation and extended personal and sick leave.

Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would violate any applicable federal, state, or local law.