Custodian Specialist I

About Covenant House New York

Join a Legacy of Hope and Empowerment at Covenant House New York!

For over 50 years, Covenant House New York (CHNY) has been at the forefront of transforming lives by providing comprehensive shelter, housing, and wrap-around support services for vulnerable homeless, runaway, and exploited youth. As the largest provider of these essential services in New York City, CHNY impacts the lives of over 1,500 young people aged 16-24 every year.

At CHNY, our doors are open to all young people in need, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression. Our dedicated team offers various services, including shelter, housing, education, employment, health, mental health support, youth development, and anti-human trafficking initiatives. We operate with harm reduction and trauma-informed principles to ensure the best care for our youth.

But our mission goes beyond immediate support. We are passionate advocates for systemic change, influencing public policy, and raising awareness of the critical issues surrounding youth homelessness. Our ultimate goal is to provide a safe refuge and empower young people to build a brighter future founded on compassion, unconditional love, and absolute respect.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of countless young people. Join a team that inspires long-term transformation and hope.

About the role

As a member of the Facilities Department, the Custodial Specialist primary purpose is to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable facility for our youth, staff, and our guests by successfully performing the day-to-day housekeeping activities assigned at the 41st location and CHNYs Bronx locations.

What you'll do

(Responsibilities to include but not limited to the following)

• Perform day-to-day housekeeping activities as assigned.
• Perform regular cleaning of the facility, including but not limited to floor care (vacuuming, polishing, buffing, waxing, stripping, and disinfecting), residential units (rooms, common space, offices, bathrooms) etc.
• Perform daily housekeeping services for the facility by communicating with the staff in those areas about when those routine services are needed i.e. cleaning assignments in all common areas, Office/workstations, recreational areas etc.
• Report all accidents and/or safety concerns to your supervisor during the shift in which they occur.
• Attend and/or participate in trainings and in-services offered, especially the mandatory sessions.
• Practice established infectious control protocols, and universal precautions while performing tasks.
• Practice proper chemical handling techniques including but not limited to the policies governing the use of labels and MSDS's.
• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc. to include but not limited to sweeping, shoveling snow, spreading ice melt and removal of garbage.
• Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
• Maintain adequate supply or inventory levels, and reporting inventory needs in advance.
• Report any need for maintenance repairs to your supervisor immediately.
• Follow all established safety procedures while performing tasks.
• Ensure that work areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies etc. are properly stored before leaving areas for breaks, meal time and end of day.
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or needed.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• At least one year of housekeeping experience.
• Knowledge/Skills
• Must possess strong time management skills and the ability to multitask.
• Working knowledge of overall safety precautions in regard to proper usage, storage, and disposal of products/equipment.
• Ability to handle physical labor for at least 8 hours per day.
• Exhibits strong customer service skills.
• Dedicated to the mission of Covenant House.

Benefits

Covenant House New York offers a rich package of benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance 
• Eligibility for medical benefits begins on the date of hire
• PTO includes three weeks of vacation in the first year, ten holidays, 13 sick days, five personal days, and birthday days off
• 403b with employer contribution after 12 months