Live-In Caretaker Couple - Arvada, CO

JOB DESCRIPTION

Mission Statement: Hope House Colorado empowers parenting teenage moms to achieve personal and economic self-sufficiency and to understand their significance in God’s sight, resulting in a healthy future for them and for their children.

TITLE: Live-In Caretaker Couple

REPORTS TO:  Director of Operations & Expansion (facility duties) and Residential Manager (program duties)

SALARY: The Couple will be provided, rent-free, a newly remodeled mini apartment (660 sq. ft.), attached to the residential home, with a separate entrance and use of a Hope House vehicle for personal transportation. Joint salary range of $30,000-$40,000. Caretaker Couple commits to role for one full year from date of hire, but longer term may be considered at end of one year.

Basic Summary: The responsibilities of the Live-In Caretaker Couple are two-fold: maintain the grounds and buildings on the Hope House campus and care for the basic needs of the teen mothers we serve by being available if needed during the night for the girls who live in the residence (sleep is generally uninterrupted), as well as providing cleaning services and interacting with our girls and their children during some waking hours.

FACILITIES: Couple is responsible for ensuring an Excellent Environment for teen moms, staff and champions. Couple will provide basic maintenance of a 2 ½ acre campus including a 5500 sq. ft. residence that houses 6 teenage moms and their children, a 15,000 sq. ft. Resource Center building providing educational programming to teen mothers in the Denver metro area, and a future Early Learning Center building scheduled to begin construction in 2022. Duties include basic custodial duties for both buildings, landscape and grounds maintenance, basic facility repairs, coordination of professional repairs as needed, scheduling preventative maintenance and coordinating volunteers who assist with facility maintenance. Duties also include the maintenance of several Hope House vehicles, including basic repairs and scheduling maintenance.

PROGRAM DUTIES: Be available for needs that may arise for the young mothers in the residential home during the night between the hours of 9:00pm and 8:00am Sunday-Friday (sleep is generally uninterrupted, but Couple must be available). Cover a residential shift Tuesday & Thursday evening from 4:30-9:00pm, including eating dinner with the residents. Assist with various program duties for teen moms that may include helping with transportation, tutoring, childcare, light case management, and providing supportive relationship during daytime hours Monday-Friday, not to exceed 10 hours a week.

SCHEDULE:

The Couple must be available (inside their apartment) from 9:00pm-8:00am Sun-Fri. Sleep interruptions are not common. Saturday 8:00am-Sunday 9:00pm off duty.

Facility Maintenance expected to take 15-20 hours a week and may take place during any daytime hours (presumably by husband)

Residential shifts T/Th 4:30pm-9:00pm (presumably by wife)

10 hours a week of custodial/cleaning (presumably either husband or wife)

10 hours a week of program assistance as requested, may be scheduled around Live-In (presumably wife’s) schedule.

Specific Job Duties:

PROGRAM-RELATED:

• Provide house coverage on Tuesday/Thursday evenings from 4:30-9:00pm. Eat dinner with the Hope House residents, assist with household chores and spend time building relationships with the residents and their children.
• Assist Family Advocates Mon-Fri with tasks as assigned
• Participate in staff meetings  

CUSTODIAL

• Manage custodial vendors, perform basic cleaning tasks as needed in both buildings and coordinate volunteers who assist in this area.
• Empty trash and recycle bins as necessary in both buildings.
• Responsible for assisting teen moms in the residence with move-in and move-out processes, including ensuring a clean and welcoming room for new residents.
• Oversight of lunch (M-F) and dinner meals (M/W) at the Resource Center, including coordinating volunteers who provide meals, cooking as needed, cleaning the dining room and commercial kitchen, and washing dishes. Assistance provided by Office Assistant and volunteers. Free to leave by 6:30pm after assisting with dinner on M/W.

FACILITIES

• Manage relationship with fire/security vendor and be available to respond to off-hour calls from alarm monitoring company (in addition to other staff)
• Manage all facility maintenance and equipment vendors.
• Manage maintenance schedules and ensure maintenance is completed in a timely manner and recordkeeping is accurate.
• Provide minor repairs for both buildings and manage volunteers who assist with this.
• Responsible for minor repairs and regular maintenance of Hope House vehicles, and for coordinating larger repairs through vendor relationships.
• Be a resource for our teen moms as they are working towards self-sufficiency by providing occasional car care clinics, home maintenance clinics, etc.
• Assist with moving furniture and equipment as needed.

GROUNDS

• Responsible for landscape/snow removal vendors.
• Ensure walkways are clear of snow by 7:00am when vendor is unavailable.
• Ensure irrigation system is maintained,
• Manage volunteers who assist with the grounds.
• Perform daily walk of grounds and ensure grounds are trash-free, sidewalks and parking lots are clean, etc.
• Ensure that trash enclosure is clean and free of debris.
• Maintain three sheds on the campus.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Adult couple with no children living with them
• Align with core values, philosophies and guiding principles of Hope House Colorado
• Expertise in facility maintenance and repairs
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Be in good physical condition, able to lift up to 30 pounds, shovel snow, move furniture, etc.
• Self-directed and comfortable/competent working autonomously
• Mission, ministry, or work history with an at-risk population is a plus
• Must speak fluent English
• Both parties must pass rigorous background and motor-vehicle record checks

Competencies:

• Teamwork
  Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables
• Relationship building
  Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect
• Approachability
  Easy to approach and talk to
• Compassion
  Genuinely cares about people
• Ethics and values
  Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times
• Humor
  Has a positive and constructive sense of humor
• Personal Learning
  Picks up on the need to change personal, interpersonal and managerial behaviors quickly
• Priority Setting
  Spends time and the time of others on what’s important
• Problem solving
  Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions
• Time Management
  Uses time effectively and efficiently

HOPE HOUSE COLORADO - GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Christ Centered– Called to the mission! Passionate about transformation for teen moms and champions; committed to growth of our own personal faith.

Integrity – Do the right thing (even when it hurts)! Trustworthy; ethical and authentic; excellent stewards of donations; we expect 100% compliance with all applicable regulations.

Infectious Enthusiasm – Passionate about the cause, mission, and ministry! Engage others and strive for positivity through high energy.

Relationship Focused - True change happens for teen moms through healthy, long-term relationships with staff and volunteers. Engage champions so they experience the impact they make!

Future Thinking – Experts in our field who are constantly striving for the next level! Cause-focused and committed to sharing our knowledge and tools for the benefit of teen moms everywhere.

Team Player – Committed to working as a unified team, valuing each member’s contributions! Have one another’s backs and find compromises and solutions in a respectful manner. Go above and beyond for each other.

Have Fun! – Find joy in the work! There is room for fun, celebrations and a little bit of silliness every day!

Extreme Ownership – Take ownership! Empower decision-making at every level; anticipate success; and take responsibility!

Teachable Spirit – Eager to learn and grow! Open to new ideas and constructive criticism; demonstrate humility and learn from our mistakes and failures.

Excellent Environment – Create a warm, welcoming, safe and secure environment that shows every teen mom she has a place to belong!

Equine Guest Ranch Manager - Livingston, MT

We are looking for an individual or couple experienced with training and managing horses, as well as managing guests at a guest ranch property. 

Basic qualifications:

• Must be able to commit from July 2020 to October 31^st, 2021
• Previous experience in a leadership role appreciated
• Must possess effective communications skills
• A positive attitude, willingness to go above and beyond for guests, and a sense of humor are appreciated

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Trail Ride Management and Execution- Lead all trail rides and manage support staff
• Horse training and maintenance, health and management
• Pasture rotation and hay management
• Manage tack, equipment, arena and all associated areas
• Consistently provide exceptional experiences for all guests
• Assist with all ranching duties including but not limited to maintenance, housekeeping landscaping, and anything needed for the ranch operation

Wrangling/Riding Guidelines:

• Keep horses trained and ready for trail rides
• Maintain tack and equipment so always ready for trail rides
• Safely conduct trail ride experiences
• Assist with vet care, hoof care, feeding and all animal needs
• Groom, tack, and un-tack trail animals
• Report and aid repair of unsafe trails, fences, or hazards
• Monitor and maintain product inventory (guest’s amenities, feed, and general supplies)
• Be an ambassador for our mission during guest interactions

Personal Attributes:

• Outgoing, friendly, ethical, responsible and committed
• Ability to multi-task and alter priorities at short notice
• Works well both as a team and as an individual.
• Ability to remain calm in all situations
• Must demonstrate creative problem-solving skills and adaptability

Physical Demands:

• Heavy lifting (must be able to lift 75 lbs.)
• Able to work outside in all elements
• Able to work flexible and demanding hours
• Must be able to walk on various terrain
• Must be able to ride (horses) effectively for excess of 4 hours per day

Working here means surrounding yourself with the great outdoors and the rugged individualism the West has always been known for. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to strengthen your skills many and varied-in an incredible setting. It is not a job, but more a Western lifestyle.

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary commensurate with experience.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Housekeeper & Groundskeeper Couple - Carlsbad, NM

HOUSEKEEPER & GROUNDSKEEPER COUPLE

Carlsbad, New Mexico area

Homeowner with multiple homes on acreage seeks a couple for housekeeping and groundskeeping.  These are long-term, full-time jobs and the couple must take pride in the keeping of the homes and landscaping.  This opportunity includes salary, housing, utilities, and truck for work use. 

The area is remote.  No children, please.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Couple must have a solid work history in housekeeping and lawn maintenance with long periods of time/tenure with the same company/owner.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and have valid driver’s license.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must keep homes and grounds at guest ready level throughout the year regardless of the owner’s schedule.
• While the owner and guests are offsite, work hours will be typical 8-hour day Monday – Friday.
• While the owner and guests are in residence, adjusted work schedules are required to accommodate.

HOUSEKEEPING

• Provide immaculate housekeeping for six homes of varying sizes.
• Cleaning responsibilities to include:
  • Windowsills, ledges, blinds, doors, baseboards, picture frames, ceiling fans, and lamp shades.
  • Furniture, intricate items, glass tops, etc.
  • Hardwood, tile, and carpeted floors.
  • Kitchens and bathrooms cleaned and sanitized.
  • Mirrors and chrome fixtures.
  • Laundry washing, drying, and folding of towels, linens, and clothing.
  • Bedmaking
  • Overall tidying and trash takeout.
• Coordinate with owner regarding grocery needs.  Shop for food and supplies, place in bins and refrigerator as appropriate. 
• Bring in the owner’s mail daily. 
• Special housekeeping and organizational projects as required.

GROUNDSKEEPING

• Summer: mowing 4+ acres - some by riding lawn mower and some by push mower.
• Winter:  raking leaves.  The property includes many trees.
• Weed eating, edging sidewalks, and power blowing.
• Planting and weeding all flower beds and ensuring they are immaculate.
• Fertilizing, pest control, weed control, removing fallen limbs, tree pruning, and other special projects.
• Watering/irrigation of grounds and orchard trees.
• Rake/level gravel roads near houses as needed. 
• Pressure washing sidewalks and exterior of homes as needed.
• Gutter cleaning.
• Keep fire and barbeque pits maintained and ready for use.  Check propane levels and fill, as necessary.
• General maintenance and troubleshooting of the main home and guest houses to include:
  • Generators, faucets, toilets, filters, light bulbs, etc.  Coordinate larger household service and repairs.
• Maintain/service the truck, mowers, four-wheeler, etc.
• Ensure vehicles used by owners are maintained and filled with gas/ready for use during visits.
• Special groundskeeping and maintenance projects, as required.

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Seasonal Camp Hosts - All throughout Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT

Utah Recreation Company is looking for CAMP HOSTS!

We are in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest and are looking for individuals and couples to come spend the season with us.

Wage is $10.35 per hour for full-time or part-time seasonal employment (typically May through October at most of our sites). Many of our sites have electric hookups, but we are especially interested in candidates who are equipped with solar and/or generators.

Trade work on hobby farm for parking your RV - Ramona, CA

We need someone that can take care of a vineyard, avocado grove including the drip system  and our tilapia in a pond.

Water/sewer is included, electricity charged as used. Internet available for $25 per month. Digital TV antennae gets channel 7 and KPBS. You must be able to maintain/repair a drip irrigation system, weed whack, prune and mow. Pets considered (they must be neutered). Room for horses.. Fenced garden available for your use. Two people max. We require a minimum of 25 hrs of work a month for the site. If you are unable to put in 25 hrs you would have to pay the difference for rent of the site at $500 per month. You will have room for your own garden. A minimum of 20 hrs work a month is required even if you are willing to pay rent. Would prefer a unit 30ft or less. 40 amp service only. Describe your RV in reply to this ad

FEATURED JOB OPENING: Manager and Maintenance Specialist: Vacation Rental / Condo Association - Glenwood Springs, CO

Manager:
Under general supervision of the Condominium Association (CA), this position reports to the president of the Board of Directors (BoD.) The ideal candidate will provide leadership to the community and will demonstrate independent judgement and initiative. The manager will safeguard the safety and security of all short term rental guests, staff, owners, and residents, and will ensure the complies with standards from the state and other governing authorities.

This is a hands-on, working position. The manager will lead by example and with integrity and be active and visible in all areas. The Manager must have the ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple projects, multitask, be able to update and/or develop operations and procedures manuals, and be proficient in computerized operations and Internet tools.

S/he must be a self-starter and fast learner, with some prior customer service experience, preferably in the hospitality industry. S/he must always demonstrate professionalism. A strong sales/reservations background is preferred. The duties are grouped according to the objectives of LEADERSHIP, MANAGEMENT, and RENTAL PROGRAM OVERSIGHT, yet all duties cross all objectives.
 

OBJECTIVE #1: PROVIDE LEADERSHIP TO IMPROVE THE IMAGE AND BRAND OF THE PROPERTY AS AN EXCELLENT LOCATION FOR MOUNTAIN LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT AND VACATION RENTALS.

OBJECTIVE #2: MAINTAIN AND INCREASE THE VALUE OF THE HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION PROPERTY.

OBJECTIVE #3: MAINTAIN AND INCREASE THE PROFITABILITY AND VALUE OF THE RENTAL PROGRAM ENSURE EFFICIENT, EFFECTIVE OPERATIONS.

Maintenance Specialist:

The Maintenance Specialist reports to the Manager (when Manager is not present, to the Assistant).  The ideal candidate will be able to carry out both indoor and outdoor maintenance duties for the Vacation Rental Condominium Association (VRCA).  Both preventive maintenance and light fixing of broken items may be required. The ideal candidate will be able to differentiate items which can be fixed and which items are most cost effective if replaced, and the ideal candidate will be able to know what items are best fixed by calling in a tradesman or specialist (which will be done via the Leadership of the Manager/Assistant Manager).

All duties at the facility point to the three objectives of the organization. While the Maintenance specialist works primarily toward the maintenance of the properties and Rental Program, all staff work toward the three organizational objectives:

OBJECTIVE #1: PROVIDE LEADERSHIP TO IMPROVE THE IMAGE AND BRAND OF THE BRETTELBERG AS AN EXCELLENT LOCATION FOR MOUNTAIN LIVING AND ENTERTAINMENT.

OBJECTIVE #2: MAINTAIN AND INCREASE THE VALUE OF THE BRETTELBERG HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION & PROPERTY.

OBJECTIVE #3: MAINTAIN AND INCREASE THE PROFITABILITY AND VALUE OF THE RENTAL PROGRAM & ENSURE EFFICIENT, EFFECTIVE OPERATIONS.