What are the responsibilities and job description for the Copy Of Petersburg Housekeeper- Evening Shift position at MID-COLUMBIA CHILDREN'S COUNCIL INC?
Position Summary
The Housekeeper ensures a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for children, families, staff, and visitors at Mid-Columbia Children’s Council sites. This role supports health and safety standards required by federal, state, and program regulations.
This position is a full time Evening Shift 2:00pm to 10:00pm shift, with the potential to adjust at times.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Life Insurance & AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment)
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Whole Life Insurance
- Financial & Retirement
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resources
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Company-Paid Holidays
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:
Cleaning & Sanitation
1. Clean classrooms, offices, hallways, restrooms, kitchens, and common areas daily.
2. Disinfect surfaces, tables, bathrooms, diapering areas, and high-touch points according to Head Start/Early Head Start guidelines.
3. Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust venter spaces as assigned.
4. Launder and sanitize linens, cot sheets, and cleaning cloths on scheduled basis.
Classroom & Facility Support
5. Remove trash and recycling and dispose according to program procedures.
6. Maintain cleanliness of entry areas, playgrounds, storage closets, and staff areas.
7. Assist with classroom setup, spills, and cleanup as needed during program hours.
Health & Safety Compliance
8. Follow proper mixing and storage of cleaning chemicals.
9. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning checklists.
1. Notify supervisor of health or safety hazards (pests, leaks, broken equipment).
1. Support infection control processes during peak illness seasons.
Supplies & Inventory
1. Maintain adequate stock of paper products, soap, cleaning solutions, PPE, Etc.
1. Report when supplies need replacement or reorder.
1. Safely store all chemicals and cleaning materials out of children’s reach.
Skills & Competencies
1. Reliability and punctuality.
1. Attention to detail.
1. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
1. Respectful and professional communication with staff, children, and families.
Other
1. Assist with special event setup or cleanup as needed.
2. May support basic kitchen duties (wiping tables, loading dishwasher, food service cleanup) depending on site needs.
2. Perform all other work-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma
- Sufficient English proficiency to comprehend both oral and written directions.
Va Valid driver’s license, proof of insurability, and cleared state driving record check.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others. They must be able to observe and assess their surroundings and detect any potential dangers or hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is required to operate office productivity machinery and vehicles. This position requires the employee to move about both inside and outdoors and also to remain in a stationary position for some time. They may need to position themselves in various postures and ascend/descend ramps, ladders and/or stairs. The employee must be able to move up to 100 lbs. Below is a more detailed list of physical demands and requirements for this position. While the list below is not all inclusive, it does provide an accurate representation of what is expected in this position.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
Equal Opportunity Employer
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: How to File a Complaint, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:
(1) mail:
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or
(2) fax:
(202) 690-7442; or
(3) email:
program.intake@usda.gov
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.