ES - Maintenance/Security

 Cantata Adult Life Services, formerly known as The British Home, is a nonprofit, mission-driven community with over 100 years of experience, offering a full continuum of care on a beautiful 10-acre campus in Brookfield, Illinois. We are seeking strong, compassionate leaders to join our team and help us continue enriching the lives of older adults through exceptional care and a vibrant community.  

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 

This portion of the job description is intended to identify the basic responsibilities and requirements of the maintenance portion of this job classification and does not prevent the assignment of other job-related duties. Successful job applicants will be able to perform these essential functions with or without requested reasonable accommodation:

Perform maintenance duties, as requested by the Director of Environmental Services, which may include but are not limited to: painting, light mechanical duties, transportation of supplies, carpentry, minor plumbing and electrical tasks, simple repair of equipment and cleanup etc.

General Summary (Security):

Based on the shift worked the primary responsibilities will be to provide the protection, safeguarding, and security of residents, personnel, visitors and Cantata Campus assets, as directed by the Director of  Environmental Services, in accordance with policies and procedures, current federal, state and facility standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

 This portion of the job description is intended to identify the basic responsibilities and requirements of the security portion of this job classification and does not prevent the assignment of other job-related duties. Successful job applicants will be able to perform these essential functions with or without requested reasonable accommodation.

1. Responsible for performing campus security patrols.

2. Responsible for protecting the properties from theft, fire and accidents.

3. Responsible for notifying the Director of Environmental Services, in an established time frame, of any accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards and other security related situations.

4. Provide any needed security assistance to residents, employees, visitors and customers while on duty.

6. Perform routine maintenance/general housekeeping tasks and conduct and maintain daily/weekly/monthly inspection checklists as directed by the Director of  Environmental Services,

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (All)

1. Responsible for notifying the appropriate personnel in cases of an emergency.

2. Cooperates with scheduling and pager system as required.

3. Assists with special projects as requested by the Director of Environmental Services

4. Performs administrative functions such as completing necessary forms and reports.

5. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department.

6. Attend in-services, meetings and educational training in accordance with department and The British Home’s policies and procedures.

7. Consistently demonstrate an ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner.

8. Perform tasks/duties and utilize forms in accordance with department and Cantata's policies and procedures.

Job Evaluation Criteria

Knowledge/Skill/Experience 

• Two (2) years prior experience in painting and general building maintenance.
•  General maintenance skills, as evidenced by education, experience or certification.

• Valid Illinois Drivers License, and evidence of a good driving record.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Ability and willingness to work harmoniously within a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally with a diverse group of people both inside and outside the organization.
• Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents/patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
•  Aptitude for detail work.
•  Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.