Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 03.20.2023

Hourly Wage: $16.70

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Regular Full-Time

Number of Positions: 1

Department: Operation

Title: Housekeeper

Supervisor: Operations Manager

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application.

To apply online go to: Housekeeper

To apply in person go to 14825 SW Farmington Road, Beaverton, OR 97007. Complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Charles Lincoln at charles.lincoln.jr@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 731-3935. Mr. Lincoln is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

COVID-19

The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

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Scope of Position:

This position is primarily responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the facility as well as assisting with safety/security and basic maintenance. The housekeeper will also fill in at the Front Desk for lunch and breaks, providing telephone coverage and greeting of all residents and guests as appropriate. The person in this position is an integral part of creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors as well as the men, women, and children who are program participants. All interpersonal interactions are to be courteous and understanding of the stressful circumstances many in our community are experiencing. All employees must work within the confines of Salvation Army policy and procedure, Veterans & Family Center policy & procedure, as well as extreme confidentiality (regulated by HiPPA compliance).

The individual hired for this position cannot participate in any form of substance abuse or show evidence of use while present on Salvation Army property.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities Required:

• Must be a cooperative & flexible member of a team adhering to all Salvation Army policies and procedures, adapting to change, and encouraging clients and guests to do the same.
• Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
• Must maintain professional, courteous, and cooperative manner, demonstrating respect and a positive attitude in all interactions.
• Position requires consistent attendance, quality of work and timeliness in completion of tasks.
• Working knowledge of office equipment, telephone, fax, copier, and computer as well as basic hand and power tools including but not limited to vacuum, carpet cleaning machine, plumbing snake, hammer, and drill.
• Ability to speak and read the English language and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with respect to ongoing or future projects, tasks, changes, and timelines.
• Must possess the self-discipline necessary to work independently, with minimum supervision and perform repetitive tasks without lowering quality of work.
• Ability to follow directions and complete daily tasks while maintaining a flexible yet self-motivated schedule.
• Ability to address multiple projects in a time-sensitive manner.
• Ability to receive and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to organize projects, set priorities, calculate, catalogue, inspect & analyze plans.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor safety and security of the facility and clients using the cameras and locked entries as well as performing security and fire watches both inside and outside the building.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe facility both inside and outside as assigned. (A duty list will be provided.)
• Reset, clean, and sanitize rooms in preparation for the next client/resident.
• Familiarize yourself and follow all client/house rules, Salvation Army Policy and Front Desk procedures and report non-compliance to supervisor.
• Maintain materials and tools in an organized, clean, and tidy manner including storage and work areas.
• Secure assigned housekeeping keys.
• Receive and route inquiries, messages, and communication forms as appropriate.
• Refer clients to appropriate staff when they present a need.
• Maintain Housekeeping and Front Desk paperwork including: Room Change Notices, Sign In/Out, Curfew/AWOL, etc.
• Report all concerns and incidents to supervisor or appropriate staff.
• Attend Team Meetings when scheduled.
• May be required to make independent decisions that may involve unique or unusual situations and/or complex issues, demanding requests and/or timelines.
• Must remain awake and alert at all times for the safety and security of the facility and clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

The worker will need to be alert and ready to accomplish multiple tasks and projects at once with interruptions and noise from ringing telephones, printers, copiers, walk -in traffic, multiple deadlines, and competing priorities. Frequent phone and in-person contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused or frustrated.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hand to finger, hand, or feel objects, tools, or controls; to talk or hear; reach with hands and arms; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Occasionally work outdoors and sometimes in inclement weather.

Miscellaneous:

Education & Experience:

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

It is expected that each employee be familiar with The Salvation Army Western Territory Handbook for Employees. Questions regarding its contents can be directed toward the immediate supervisor or the Divisional Director of Human Resources.

The Salvation Army does have a dress code. This will be shared with you at the time of employment.

In any position with The Salvation Army, it is impossible to predict the many requests and assignments that can and will be made on an employee. This is the case with this position. Flexibility, dependability, and a cooperative spirit are crucial characteristics of the person who holds this important position and for the successful operation of Salvation Army services.

The Salvation Army reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Its facilities and vehicles provide a smoke and drug-free work environment for all employees and volunteers.