Porter (Per Diem) at Geel Community Services, Inc.

Job Location

Bronx, NY

Department

Geel East 162nd Street

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Reports to

Building Superintendent and Director of Property Management may consult with program director as needed.

Function

Works with Building Super to support overall cleanliness, tenant satisfaction, and site compliance with health and safety standards

Hours

Saturday; 8:00 am – 3:00 pm Tuesday through Friday; 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm (hours may need to be flexible based on needs of the program)

Program hours

Office is open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Mon. to Fri.

Salary

$18.00 per hour

Revision Date

7/8/2025

Geel Community Services’ Mission

Our mission is to enable people with mental illness and co-occurring disorders to establish and maintain safety and stability in a supportive living environment. Geel’s housing and support services combine a coordinated, self-directed approach that is individually tailored, and trauma informed. Our model promotes increased self-sufficiency, self-worth, recovery, and the ability for those we serve to live independently within their communities.

Program Description

Geel East 162nd Street HDFC, AKA Archie’s Place, is a six story, elevated building located in Community Board 2 in the Longwood section of the Bronx, New York. The property is conveniently located to public transportation; IRT numbers 2 and 5 subway lines and the numbers 4, 4A, 6, and 17 bus lines. The single site property is comprised of seventy (70) studio units and a one-bedroom unit for the Building Superintendent. The building is totally handicap accessible. In addition to the residential areas, the facility has a multi-purpose room (meetings, recreation, and dining); small community kitchen; laundry room; and social service staff offices. On the first floor there are the administrative offices, conference room, waiting area, security/reception office, and access to the patio, athletic court, and garden in the rear. The property has 24/7 on site security.

Essential Responsibility and Role of a Porter

Key Responsibilities

• Daily responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, trash and recycling collection, and general upkeep of both interior and exterior areas. This includes routine cleaning of all common areas such as the lobby, hallways, stairwells, elevators, laundry, and bathrooms, as well as immediate response to cleaning needs that arise throughout the day.
• Assistance with seasonal upkeep (snow removal, salting, sidewalk cleaning) and minor landscaping tasks.
• Assistance with move-ins/move-outs, deliveries and furniture setups
• Expected to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision and to communicate with building staff.
• Weekend coverage is a mandatory part of this position, and flexibility may be required based on building needs or emergencies.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (related certifications and or trainings are a plus)
• 2 years of previous experience in building maintenance, property management, or a related field.
• Experience in supportive housing or working with vulnerable populations is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods (up to 7 hours per shift), including moving between all six floors as needed.
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs regularly, especially when the elevator is down or during maintenance emergencies.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, or a disabled veteran and need a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system or if your disability prevents you from applying through our online system, please contact our Human Resources Department at (718) 367-1900 ext. 14.

EOE Policy Statement

Geel is committed to equal opportunity. An integral part of this commitment is to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment including recruiting, apprenticeship programs, hiring, working conditions, benefits and privileges of employment, compensation, training opportunities for advancement and promotion and termination without discrimination because of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.