Part-Time Chore Worker

For more than five decades 50 North has helped older adults and their families in Hancock County navigate some of life’s biggest transitions. 

50 North’s mission is to enrich lives and support independence of people 50 and older in Hancock County. We offer solutions in these key areas: ACTIVITIES, CHORES, NUTRITION, OUTREACH AND WELLNESS.

What you will be doing:

The Chore Worker will be working with the Facility and Chore Services Director to complete work requests. This position will determine what materials are needed, picking up the materials, scheduling the time needed, and determine what chores need completed while working with the Supervisor.

• Complete minor home repairs, such as carpentry, electrical and plumbing.


• Perform yard work, major cleaning, mowing, leaf raking, bush trimming, painting, snow removal, etc.


• Must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions.


• Manage volunteer work crews for Days of Caring, County Trustees, and other similar events.


• Communicate to the Facility and Chore Services Director any addition or subtraction to work orders.


• Maintain work orders and keep track of hours and expenses for each client.


• Report any potential work site hazards. 


• Make note of any mental or health risks the clients may be unknowingly experiencing and inform the Chore Manager. 


• Assume any other duties as needed and schedule chore jobs in a cost-effective manner. 

What you need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 


• Valid Drivers License.


• Experience in housekeeping, maintenance, home repair/construction.


• Experience with older adults and community health services preferred.


• Positive attitude and friendly demeanor.


• Clear and effective communication skills.


• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with a team.


• Ability to become CPR, AED and First Aid Certified. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move equipment or boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.
  


• Move about the building and grounds regularly in supervision of employees and to assess safety issues.


• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. 


• Ability to observe details at close range. 


• Occasionally ascends/descends ladders.


• Occasionally positions self to maintain files in file cabinets.


• Ability to arrive to work on-time.


• Move about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.


• Assess the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.


• Able to work outside in all weather conditions.

50 North is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, age and military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances