Housekeeping Attendant

Title: Housekeeping Attendant

Reports To: Director of Facilities

Status: Full Time - Exempt

Job Description

I. Organizational Overview

Philadelphia Youth Basketball, Inc. (PYB), officially launched in June of 2015, is a community-built youth development and community empowerment organization that leverages the iconic game of basketball to help today’s urban youth overcome the most urgent and systemic issues facing underserved communities.  A diverse and impassioned group of individuals, including leaders from the grass-roots to the tree-tops, have been working diligently to execute upon this mission by building an impactful program, a robust and sustainable organization, and ultimately our world-class Alan Horwitz ‘Sixth Man’ Center to help uplift thousands of children, youth, and families for generations to come. 

PYB aims to instill six key tenets of its community agreement principles from top to bottom across its organization and young people:

• Safe Space - It is our responsibility to create a judgment-free environment where everyone feels welcome.
• Trust - We deeply believe in each other and will work to form positive relationships.
• Respect - We will honor each individual and treat everyone with a high level of respect. We strive to treat others how they want to be treated and ask for the same in return.
• Integrity - We strive to create an environment where honesty and equity are valued and we have a responsibility to restore relationships when necessary.
• Care - We strive to be empathetic in protecting the health and welfare of each other and our space.
• Teamwork - We find strength in our peers and strive to create an environment that honors all of our roles on a team.

II. Primary Scope of Duties

Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Housekeeping Attendant will be dedicated to maintaining the cleanliness and safety of all assigned areas with the Sixth Man Center. These areas include locker rooms, floors, grounds, and general custodial upkeep, aiming to provide a safe, clean, and healthy environment that enhances the PYB experience. Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Clean and sanitize floors, furniture, bathrooms, locker rooms, office areas, and equipment according to the assigned daily checklist.
• Vacuum, sweep, and dust all designated areas, furniture, light fixtures, and other equipment as per the daily checklist.
• Routinely check and dispose of trash following proper procedures, as outlined in the daily checklist.
• Ensure all equipment used for programs is clean, sanitized, and in good working order, utilizing the proper supplies and adhering to product label instructions.
• Maintain storage closets and shop areas in a neat, organized, and safe condition, ensuring all supplies and chemicals are properly labeled.
• Report any damage, hazards, necessary repairs, and presence of unauthorized individuals in assigned areas.
• Set up and break down equipment as required.
• Manage the Lost & Found log, recording the date, location found, description of the item, and the name of the person who found it.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

III.  Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Dispositions

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in housekeeping or customer service.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with strong intuition.
• Genuine concern for the safety and security of children.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment and managing and prioritizing multiple, often competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent judgment, with the ability to solve problems and make decisions based on supervisor input.
• Ability to anticipate future needs or identify issues and take effective action.
• Experience working in a child/family-oriented environment is preferred.

IV. Compensation and Perks 

This position will include wages of $40,000 - $42,000 per year commensurate with experience.

PYB prides itself on being a supportive workplace dedicated to employees’ personal and professional growth through stretch assignments, and access to staff and board meetings, mentorship, feedback, and professional development opportunities. 

Company benefits include access to health insurance coverage (medical and dental) for salaried employees and their families. Additional benefits include paid holidays, paid time off, and access to a 403(b) retirement plan.

V. To Apply 

Applicants must submit a cover note and resume directly through this portal or email by no later than Sunday, April 28, 2024 to the attention of:

Philadelphia Youth Basketball, Inc.
Office of Human Resources
employment@phillyyouthbasketball.org

PYB reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.

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Philadelphia Youth Basketball is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Philadelphia Youth Basketball (PYB) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.