Maintenance, Full-time: 8am to 4pm, Monday - Friday

LOCATION: Hartford and Manchester, CT

COMPENSATION: $21.00/hour

AGENCY DESCRIPTION

One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large. Annually serving nearly 7,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses.

CPA is guided by our BEDI ( B elonging, E quity, D iversity, and I nclusion) culture. WE ARE COMMITTED to building and maintaining an inclusive, equitable workplace and COMPELLED to have a constructive impact on criminal justice reform in CT that ends racial inequities and ensures the humanity and dignity of those interacting with the system. Read more about our BEDI culture at https://cpa-ct.org/our-bedi-journey/

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED. At least one year of experience in building maintenance and general janitorial services. Ability to interact with multi-cultural populations; strong communication, interpersonal, decision making, emotional intelligence and organizational/prioritization skills. Must share the belief that people can change and individuals in need deserve quality services and an opportunity to succeed. Must have and maintain a valid CT driver's license and reliable transportation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform general custodial duties at several agency locations.
• Organize weekly schedule to ensure all locations are clean.
• Work closely with Supervisor and Program Managers to ensure responsibilities are complete.
• Perform minor building repairs as needed.
• Maintain building maintenance products inventory.
• Maintain sanitation in accordance with agency specifications.
• Responsible for lawn care.
• Serve as role model to participants and staff modeling pro-social behaviors.
• Promote a culture of respect, empathy, mutual support, and belonging and work to eliminate any unconscious bias or discrimination in our beliefs, rules and systems.
• Establish and maintain professional boundaries with staff and participants.
• Comply with all agency and program policies and procedures.
• Participate in all required training.
• All other duties as assigned.

POSITION INTERCHANGEABILITY:

• Performs duties of all other staff as required.

“An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Affirmative Action”