Janitorial Team Lead

Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Do you want a job that is personally fulfilling, creative, and rewarding? Does diversity, inclusion, and advocacy matter to you? Then we want you to come check out MSSCA! MSSCA is a local non-profit that has been serving the Mat-Su Valley community since 1985. We are looking for a caring, creative, and energetic individual to join our team.

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Mission: To enter into partnership with individuals and families, delivering excellent support services and building community by promoting dignity, respect, independence and diversity.

Core Values: Person-centered, Choice, Respect, Excellence, Advocacy, and Teamwork

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Position Summary: The Clear Vu Janitorial Supervisor plays a dual role in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our facility while mentoring and supervising consumers who are participating in the workforce development. This position combines custodian oversight with compassionate leadership, helping consumers gain valuable job skills and build confidence.

Essential Functions and Tasks:

• Understand, practice, and promote the vision and core values of Mat-Su Services for ChildrenAdults.
• Supervise and work alongside clients assigned to janitorial duties, providing hands-on guidance, training and encouragement.
• Develop and implement daily cleaning schedules to ensure all areas of the facility meet high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Serve as a positive role model, fostering a supportive and respectful environment.
• Communicate clearly and patiently with consumers from a variety of backgrounds, including those facing personal and professional challenges.
• Document attendance, performance, and progress of consumer workers; provide input to case managers and program staff as needed.
• Train clients in proper use and care of cleaning tools, equipment, and chemical safety.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and report maintenance needs.
• Support organizational events or special projects that require janitorial preparation and clean-up.
• Coordinate and manage staff scheduling and training.
• As needed, transport supplies and employees in personal or MSSCA vehicle as needed.
• Ensure compliance with required annual trainings and certifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• 2+ years of experience providing services for persons with developmental disabilities.
• 1+ years of supervisory experience.
• 2+ years of custodial like services experience.
• Experience working in a non-profit or mission-driven environment preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and best practices for janitorial operations preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Basic computer literacy for logging reports and submitting supply requests.
• Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
• Dependable, patient, and adaptable to a variety of work situations.
• Willingness and ability to attain a CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Can maintain confidentiality while understanding and complying with requirements of mandated reporting, duty to warn, HIPAA, and other limits to confidentiality.
• Have the willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours as well as Holidays and weekends as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all MSSCA required ongoing trainings, certifications and background checks.
• Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds, stand/walk for extended periods, and perform manual labor.
As needed possess a current and valid driver's license. Driving record to be assessed by HR.

Licensure, Certification, Registrations and pre-hire requirements: A current TB test, valid Alaska driver's license with two (2) years driving experience, and proof of automobile insurance must be submitted prior to employment. Successful candidates must pass federal, state and local background checks Candidate must also provide three (3) verifiable references.

Work Environment:

• Environment: Majority of work will be performed in an office environment with florescent lighting and minimal opportunities for exposure to natural lighting throughout the workday. Moderate exposure to food/cooking odors. Dense staff population often requires sharing workspaces with minimal personal space and noticeable exposure to conversations and other distractions. Some driving with various road conditions may be required with exposure to a variety of temperatures and walking surfaces.
• Hazards: Exposure to repetitive motion during data entry requires a high level of compliance with best practices of ergonomics, body mechanics and suggested breaks. May have exposure to blood and body fluids during the occasional performance of 1st Aid or CPR. This position may require de-escalating verbally or physically aggressive individuals. Unpredictable employee interactions are also possible.

This job description is not an employment agreement between MSSCA and the employee; and is subject to change as the needs of the Agency and requirements of the job change.