Ft - Custodian (Dawson Creek)

Connective is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our forward-thinking nonprofit organization in the role of Custodian. Our mission is to foster the development of a safe, healthy, and inclusive community for all. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and helping us achieve this goal, we invite you to apply and become a part of our innovative team.
ROLE PURPOSE
Our Supportive Housing program provides safe and secure housing and wraparound supports to people at risk of, or experiencing, homelessness. This program offers 24/7 support services that are tailored to the self-identified needs and goals of each resident.
HOURS (40 HOURS PER WEEK)
Monday to Friday, 0800 – 1600
WHAT WE OFFER
At Connective, we provide a range of benefits and support to our employees, including:

• Employer-paid Criminal Record Check Clearance
• Employer contribution to Municipal Pension Plan (MPP)*
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package encompassing health, wellness, prescription medication, vision, and dental coverage*
• Employer-paid support services, such as an in-house counsellor, Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and Critical Incidents Stress Management
• Paid in-house training programs such as MANDT and Naloxone
• Competitive wages, with a commitment to being a living wage employer
• Opportunities for career and personal development, allowing you to explore diverse programs and departments
• An inclusive work environment with team-building events and staff recognition programs
• Access to On-Demand Pay, enabling you to withdraw earned wages before payday
• Award winning organization: 2022 and 2023 Canadian Nonprofit Employer of Choice from NEOC and 2023 High-Performance Culture Award from SupportingLines
• Participation in a portability program that allows employees moving from a CSSEA-member employer to Connective to carry over their service hours for vacation and wage purposes (within the last 12 months
• Benefits are for Full-Time and Part-Time employees working 20 hours per week or more.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Custodial

• Performs routine cleaning of the building and grounds including sweeping, mopping, sanitizing, scrubbing, and vacuuming
• Assisting staff with the preparation of rooms for new residents including pest control
• Cleans and disinfects building areas such as walls, windows, floors, carpets, air vents, furniture, washrooms, mattresses, and blinds
• Cleans external areas such as entrance ways, sidewalks, and parking lots to remove dirt, leaves, snow, and other refuse
• Collects and removes garbage and recyclable materials and ensures the safe disposal of hazardous materials

Building Maintenance

• Under the general guidance of the Program Manager and Property Coordinator assumes a primary or key worker role in making minor repairs and/or coordinating external contractors to perform repairs
• Maintain safety standards are established and ensured for the building and preventative maintenance tasks are performed
• Maintains lawns and yards as per guidelines and performs minor gardening and lawn maintenance tasks
• Monitors maintenance and housekeeping supplies
• Assists the Program Manager and/or other staff in the identification of potential problems and reports any difficulties
• Provides input to other staff, Property Coordinator, and Program Manager to address the needs of the residents
• Follows all relevant Connective policies, procedures, and guidelines

Program

• When assigned, participates in social, recreational, educational, and other programs as appropriate to assist the resident’s case/care plan
• Supports the daily living of the residents with accessibility needs including cleaning of the suites, doing laundry, serving breakfast and dinner, and more tasks as required
• Assists with and/or conducts inspections of resident spaces

Other
Participates in staff and resident/staff meetings
Other duties may be assigned from time to time
REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to successfully complete Vulnerable Persons Criminal Records
• Ability to successfully pass a reference check
• Current Emergency First Aid Certificate
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• Building Service Worker Certificate and/or vocational training is preferred

COMPENSATION
Connective is a unionized environment, the starting wage is $21.54. Plus benefits enrolment as per the Collective Agreement.
Important: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada, observe their weekly hours limit if under a temporary or study visa, and provide proof of eligibility if selected for the role.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
At Connective, we value and accommodate unique differences to ensure that our staff have the opportunity and are supported to thrive. To build a strong and representative workforce, we strongly encourage applications from BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+ people, immigrants, and people with disabilities or other marginalized communities.