Janitor

About The Care Center:

The Care Center is a comprehensive and transformative educational program located in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Our mission is to provide opportunities for young mothers and all women facing systemic barriers to resume their education and acquire the education, resources, and skills for lifelong growth, wellness, and economic stability. All of this work takes place in a turn-of-the-century brick mansion. The first floor houses a daycare for babies and toddlers. Classes take place on the upper and lower floors along with our student support services and administrative offices.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Janitor to keep The Care Center safe, clean, and welcoming for students, staff, and visitors. This person will handle all daily cleaning and help ensure that common spaces, classrooms, and restrooms are ready for use each day.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Perform daily cleaning throughout the building, including bathrooms, kitchens, classrooms, conference rooms, offices, hallways, daycare, and common areas.

• Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, empty trash and recycling, and wipe and sanitize surfaces.

• Clean windows and doors, weekly and as needed.

• Restock supplies (tissue, paper towels, soap, etc.) regularly and report supply needs to the supervisor.

• Maintain the cleaning equipment in a safe, clean and orderly manner.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support a safe and welcoming environment.

Qualifications:

• You believe in The Care Center’s mission and values, and are committed to supporting the communities we serve.

• Dependable and consistent in completing daily cleaning tasks

• Ability to work independently and take initiative

• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail

• Positive, helpful attitude and willingness to support others

• Ability to lift/move up to 40 pounds as needed

• Physical activity and regular movement required (cleaning, lifting, carrying, bending)

• Must pass comprehensive Background Record Check

Hours and Location:

The Care Center is located at 247 Cabot Street in Holyoke. This is a part-time exempt position for 30 hours per week. General work hours are 7:30am-1:30pm, with some flexibility required.

Compensation and Benefits:

The pay for this position is $23 per hour. Benefits include 19 vacation days; 12 sick days; office closures the first week of July and between Christmas and New Years; 12 paid holidays; 70% of health insurance; 100% of life and disability insurance; and a 401(k) direct employer contribution and employee match.

To Apply:

Please submit your application to employment@carecenterholyoke.org along with a brief cover letter stating why you are interested in working for The Care Center and why you are confident that you would be a great fit for this job.

This position will begin immediately.

Notice of Inclusion:

Diversity and inclusion are crucial to our mission and we are committed to cultivating a team that reflects the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunity Employer The Care Center does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, accessibility needs, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. As such, The Care Center strongly encourages people from marginalized communities to apply, recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to achieving our mission.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23