POSITION: Custodian REPORTS TO: Director of Youth Services POSITION TYPE: Contractor PAY RATE: $50/Day (October 1st to June 3rd ONLY) ABOUT AMIGOS FOR KIDS: At Amigos For Kids, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing space to learn, play, and grow. Since 1991, our Miami-based nonprofit has been dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect by valuing children, strengthening families, and educating communities. Through education, awareness, and advocacy, we help families in under-resourced communities thrive. When you join Amigos For Kids, you become part of a dedicated team working together to uplift our community. We foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork, compassion, and dedication drive everything we do. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Youth Services or the Youth Service Site Coordinator, the Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organized facility. This position plays an essential role in ensuring that all indoor and outdoor spaces used by program participants meet health, safety, and cleanliness standards. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Cleans and sanitizes all program areas daily, including classrooms, restrooms, hallways, common areas, and outdoor spaces used by afterschool participants. * Sweeps, mops, vacuums, and disinfects floors, surfaces, and high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and tables throughout each shift. * Empties and disposes of trash and recycling in all program areas and replaces liners as needed. * Ensures restrooms are fully stocked with soap, paper towels, and toilet paper at all times and reports supply shortages to the Director of Youth Services or Youth Service Site Coordinator. * Sets up and breaks down program spaces, furniture, and equipment as directed by program staff. * Inspects facility areas for potential safety hazards such as spills, damaged furniture, or debris, and addresses or reports issues promptly. * Responds to immediate cleaning needs during program hours, including spills, accidents, or other sanitation concerns involving children. * Properly stores, labels, and handles all cleaning supplies and chemicals in accordance with safety regulations and organizational policies. * Monitors and reports any facility maintenance issues, including plumbing, lighting, or structural concerns, to the Director of Youth Services or Youth Service Site Coordinator. * Supports program staff with logistical tasks as needed to ensure smooth daily operations. * Maintains a clean and organized supply closet and submits requests for cleaning supplies as inventory runs low. * Adheres to all health and safety protocols established by Amigos For Kids and the host facility. QUALIFICATIONS: Successful applicants must be of good moral character and reputation. Must be capable of accepting training, carrying out assigned tasks, communicating orally and in writing, communicating with emergency personnel, and understanding instructions. Must be at least 18 years of age. Prior experience in custodial, janitorial, or facilities maintenance work is preferred, particularly in a school or child-serving environment. Must: * Agree to fingerprinting and a Level 2 background check * Submit to random drug testing as determined by Amigos For Kids personnel policies and procedures. * Agree to attend staff development and * Sign an Affidavit of Good Moral Character * Have NEVER been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor related to abuse, neglect, exploitation, or other barrier crimes as listed on the Sworn Disclosure Statement of the Criminal Record Check PHYSICAL DEMANDS: * Ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, sit, crouch, bend, speak, and * Ability to engage in physical activity with members without * Ability to lift, carry, pull, or otherwise move objects between 10 and 20 pounds WORK ENVIRONMENT: * This position requires a person who can work in a fast-paced, child-centered environment while maintaining focus and attention to cleanliness and safety. * The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high during program hours. * Work is performed both indoors and outdoors at the program facility. * Exposure to cleaning chemicals and solutions; proper use of personal protective equipment is required. WORK LOCATIONS: Citrus Grove Elementary School (2121 NW 5th St, Miami, FL 33125); Monday – Friday from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm EEO: Amigos For Kids is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, military discharge status, age, marital status, parental status, or source of income.

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