STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Custodian (22.5 Hour)

Part Time | Office/On-site

Recruitment #241010-0429TC-001

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Introduction


Are you a seeking an opportunity to make a significant impact?
Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in making lasting, positive changes throughout communities across Connecticut!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), Connecticut Mental Health Center (CMHC) is currently recruiting for a part time Custodian position in New Haven, CT.   

This position will perform all custodial tasks including removal of garbage is required at the end of each meal as well as concentrated cleaning after discharges and prompt responses to incidental spills.  Proper cleaning is crucial in maintaining infection control standards.  Specialized cleaning may be required for various infection control concerns.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Facility: Connecticut Mental Health Center (CMHC)
  • Unit: Inpatient Unit
  • PCN: 143403
  • Location: New Haven, Connecticut
  • Work Shift: First shift | Part Time, 22.5 hours per week| See schedule below:
 Week Monday  Tuesday  Wednesday  Thursday  Friday   Saturday Sunday 
1 Off Off Off Off 7:30am - 3:30pm  7:30am-3:30pm  7:30am - 3:30pm
2  7:30am - 3:30pm Off Off   Off Off   7:30am - 3:30pm  7:30am - 3:30pm
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU - Benefit offerings will vary based on part-time status
MORE ABOUT US
DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

Founded in 1966, the CMCH cares for more than 5,000 people a year in a variety of services. CMHC treats individuals suffering from severe and persistent psychosis, depression, anxiety, addictions (including alcoholism, cocaine, and gambling) and those with co-existing mental health and addiction problems.

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TO APPLY
  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. 
  • In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.  If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting.
  • You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
  • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
  • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
AFTER YOU APPLY 
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  • NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.
  • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
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    • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
    • Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Pamela Rochette at Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov. 

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    • Performs custodial tasks and maintenance of areas such as dormitories, classrooms, offices, auditoriums, wards, kitchens, dining rooms and lavatories including outdoor areas (i.e. trash around buildings); 
    • Dusts, mops, sweeps, scrubs, strips, waxes and polishes floors using appropriate equipment such as floor polishers and buffers; 
    • Washes, dusts and polishes glass including windows, woodwork, walls, furniture and metal equipment; 
    • Makes beds; 
    • Checks, marks, stores and issues linens, blankets, and clothing (limited to individual’s work area not to include counting and inspection for a larger area); 
    • Collects and counts soiled laundry; 
    • Distributes, empties and sterilizes glassware, wash basins and bedpans; 
    • Sweeps walks; 
    • Collects and disposes of trash; 
    • Reports needs for repairs; 
    • Performs minor maintenance; 
    • Runs errands; 
    • Inspects buildings for damage and reports conditions to supervisor; 
    • May change light bulbs and replace fuses; 
    • May lubricate or tighten door hinges, drawers, cabinets, etc.; 
    • May replace ceiling or floor tiles; 
    • May remove snow and ice from stairways and walkways around buildings; 
    • May sand and salt stairways and walkways; 
    • May move furniture and/or set-up classrooms; 
    • Performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    • Skills
      • interpersonal skills; 
      • oral and written communication skills; 
    • Ability to
      • follow oral and written instructions; 
      • operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work; 
      • keep records.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Experience with stripping, waxing and buffing floors.
    • Experience with infection prevention/control cleaning procedures.
    • Experience with keeping cleaning supplies safe while working around others.
    • Experience performing custodial work in a healthcare facility. 
    • Experience moving furniture.
    • Experience removing snow and ice from stairways and walkways.
    • Experience performing minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work.
    • Experience with deep cleaning and disinfecting a psychiatric or hospital environment. 

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and/or certifications.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class.
    • A physical examination may be required.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment and/or individuals.

    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

    ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.




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