Cook/Housekeeper - Parkchester

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.50
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

DailyPay
Tuition Reimbursement
403B retirement plan
Life insurance
long-term disability insurance
discount programs

Job Description

YAI is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing opportunities and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. With a team of over 4,000 compassionate employees, YAI is committed to fostering an inclusive community where people can live, love, work, and learn to their fullest potential. Established with a mission to empower and create meaningful change, YAI offers a range of programs designed to meet the diverse needs of the individuals it serves, including residential, educational, vocational, and community-based services. Working at YAI means joining a vibrant, mission-driven organization where every role contributes to a greater cause, making a tangible difference in the lives of others.

The Residential Program at YAI’s Glebe IRA location in the Bronx is currently seeking a dedicated part-time team member to support its mission. The position involves working hours on Monday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering a flexible schedule that suits individuals looking to contribute meaningfully while balancing other commitments. This role emphasizes professionalism, accountability, and teamwork within a supportive environment where adaptability and effective communication are crucial. The successful candidate will handle various responsibilities including maintaining cleanliness and safety of the facility, assisting with meal preparation aligned with dietary needs, and fostering positive relationships with residents and colleagues. This role not only requires attention to detail but also a willingness to engage in continuous learning through mandatory training and application of new skills. Compensation for this position is set at $17.50 per hour, with benefits such as DailyPay for immediate earnings access, tuition reimbursement, retirement savings plans with employer matching, life insurance, and disability coverage. Additionally, employees enjoy discounts on travel and entertainment, contributing to a rewarding employment experience. YAI strongly promotes an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is respected and nepotism is prohibited, ensuring a fair and transparent hiring process for all applicants.

Job Requirements

  • Tuberculosis test mandatory for most positions
  • ability to maintain professionalism and punctuality
  • effective communication skills
  • willingness to adhere to policies and procedures
  • ability to work as part of a team
  • capacity to take ownership and be accountable
  • flexibility to adapt to changing job responsibilities

Job Qualifications

  • Work or life experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities is a plus
  • exceptional interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills
  • willingness to take initiative
  • highly flexible personality type

Job Duties

  • Maintaining professionalism and punctuality
  • taking ownership/accountability
  • being flexible with changing job responsibilities
  • adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations
  • using effective communication and time management skills
  • being a member of a highly effective team
  • ensuring maintenance upkeep and safety
  • completing mandatory trainings and applying skills
  • ensuring health, wellness, and safety
  • understanding when to contact an administrator for support
  • building positive relationships
  • cooking and preparing meals according to dietary needs
  • sweeping and mopping floors
  • dusting furniture and fixtures
  • vacuuming carpets and area rugs
  • cleaning kitchen appliances and refrigerator
  • cleaning and organizing kitchen cabinets
  • discarding expired foods
  • emptying trash receptacles and bags
  • performing other cleaning responsibilities as needed

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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