Child Care Custodian

ORGANIZATION:

Friends of Switchpoint is a non-profit organization that has been serving individuals, families, and veterans in Utah who are experiencing poverty and homelessness since 2014.

OUR MISSION

To empower those in need by addressing the underlying cause of poverty, providing a comprehensive plan, and supporting their journey to self-sufficiency.

OUR VISION

Every individual embodies their worth and value with self-esteem, hope and abilities restored, thriving in affordable housing.

CULTURE VALUES:

• Kindness – Remember Kindness is Contagious!
• Connection – It’s why we’re here and what gives purpose & meaning to life!
• Kinship – We want you and those we serve to feel a sense of Belonging.
• Self-Worth – Treat people the way they can become w/True Value & Worth!
• Self-Reliance – Learn your role and take initiative!! We want “Fishermen”!

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

• Golden Rule: To treat all people as we ourselves would wish to be treated.
• Positive Influence: To judge our effectiveness by the extent to which individual lives are saved & improved by the positive experience of the people we influence.
• Leadership: To lead by example, developing, promoting, and sharing new ideas and programs to help those experiencing homelessness.
• Authenticity: To do what we say we do.
• Transparency: To be open and honest in our relationships.

OUR MOTTO: It Takes All of Us to end homelessness.

PURPOSE:

STEPPING STONES CHILD CARE CENTER IS SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED AND RELIABLE CUSTODIAN TO JOIN OUR TEAM AND WHO WILL HELP KEEP OUR CENTER, CLEAN, AND RUNNING EFFICIENTLY.

Part Time (10-15 hours per week)

Job Responsibilities:

· Maintains a safe and secure environment;

· Provides daily cleaning of classrooms, office areas, bathrooms and common areas, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and emptying trash.

· Communicates with the Director regarding building maintenance;

· Completes inventory on supplies to provide up-to-date counts and needs for ordering and receiving supplies

· Provides janitorial support to staff when necessary;

· Works in partnership with the Kitchen staff to ensure all cleaning and maintenance is completed in a timely manner;

· Seasonal deep cleaning of the building interior (floor waxing, carpet cleaning, window cleaning)

Ensure safety and health procedures are followed as directed by Administration

· Attend required annual training and professional development opportunities provided by Stepping Stones Child Care.

Qualifications:

· Comply with local, state, and federal laws governing child care.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

· Friendly and approachable demeanor.

· Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic always.

· Ability to work as a team member with other staff and with families of children in care.

· High School Diploma/GED.

· Must be at least 18 years old.

· Must pass a Utah Child Care Licensing Background Check.

· Obtain required training upon hire per Utah Child Care Licensing: Preservice training that consists of 2.5 hours of training before assuming work duties

· The ideal candidate will also have:

· The ability to form collaborative and supportive working relationships with other team members.

· A growth mindset and strong ethical principles.

· Excellent communication with children and adults.

· Strong organizational skills.

· Dependability and Reliability.

· This position is a somewhat flexible schedule due to the childcare operating 24/7

Preferred skills

1 or more years of experience in a janitorial or housekeeping (child care or school setting strongly preferred).

Must be at least 18 years of age

High School diploma or equivalent

COMPENSATION

Pay is $16 an hour. Part-Time (10-15 hours per week)

Switchpoint offers a benefits package that includes Medical/Vision/Dental, Transportation Allowance, Paid Time Off, 401k

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value a diverse workforce.