Cal Crew - Veterans Back 2 Work Program
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Full Job Description
Mission Statement
Through the use of social and restorative justice principles, Five Keys provides traditionally underserved communities the opportunity to improve their lives through a focus on the Five Keys: EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT, RECOVERY, FAMILY, COMMUNITY.
Five Keys Overview
Five Keys was founded in 2003 by the San Francisco Sheriffs Department as the first accredited charter high school in the nation to provide diploma programs for adults in county jails. Today we are a much different social justice non-profit agency that has expanded its charter schools into 9 counties, in 24 jail locations and over 80 community learning centers. In addition to our schools, now we also run multiple homeless shelters, employment programs, programs for the unsheltered, reentry programs and housing for women suffering from immense injustice.
Our Core Competencies
A well qualified candidate has the capacity to communicate effectively , collaborate with others while building positive relationships , demonstrates strong problem solving skills , has a dynamic learning mindset , and remains committed to a high level of cultural and social awareness . A successful candidate will work well under pressure, observe appropriate boundaries and operate with a high degree of emotional intelligence .
What its really like to join our agency
At Five Keys, culture matters. Culture is at the very core of
everything we do and impact on a daily basis. Weve made a commitment
to building an inclusive culture that seeks collaboration over
hierarchy to create empowered work teams.
We serve
vulnerable populations daily and we strive to approach everyone with
compassion, patience and a trauma informed approach. We choose to push
past discomfort to have difficult conversations to impact the greater
good. This allows us the opportunity to collaboratively create an
inclusive culture and transform the world around us.
JOB SUMMARY
Veteran members
will meet at the start of each work day to carpool to work sites,
therefore, we are open to candidates who can easily commute to the
neighborhood of 4300 Imperial Ave in San Diego.
This is a
transitional employment position up to one year performing litter
abatement, vegetation control and replanting, removal of fire tinder,
storm damage and erosion repair, and other maintenance and highway
beautification projects, as directed by Caltrans. General cleanup and
yard work may extend to Caltrans maintenance stations and facilities.
Crew members report to Cal Crew Field Supervisors/Drivers.
This position works an eight (8) hour day, up to five (5) days per
week, Monday through Sunday, excluding State holidays, with exceptions
for hours designated for workforce training sessions and scheduling
flexibility approved through individual assignments. Work days and
hours are set by Caltrans per business needs and may include services
outside of normal business hours, including alternative work hours or
on weekends and holidays, to complete urgent or emergency services, as
determined by the Caltrans Contract Manager or designee.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to work as a productive team member and take direct supervision from site crew leader
- Must attend all safety inspections and tailgate meetings
- Report to work dressed appropriately to protect yourself from exposure to usual and/or predicable physical and environmental conditions found in the workplace
- When no litter and debris is present, crews may also perform work including but not limited to painting or removal of graffiti; plant restoration and minor storm damage repair as requested
- Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided at ALL times
- Properly hydrate throughout the day
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills
- Relate well with others in a courteous, professional manner at all times
- Ability to problem solve and resolve questions or concern
- Be responsible for the care and maintenance of program equipment and resources
- Perform other program related tasks and duties as needed or requested
- Ability to work independently and follow directions
- Must be task and goal oriented, with an ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to maintain strong and appropriate boundaries
- Adapt well to changes
- Must be willing and able to complete all safety and anti-harassment trainings
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Must show proof of prior US Military status
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must wear provided PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements
- Frequent and prolonged standing, walking, and sitting
- Ability to follow oral directions in emergency situations
- Must be able to carry landscaping tools and equipment (at least 20lbs)
- Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, light rain)
- Must be able to bend/stoop continuously
- Must be able to stand on hillsides and slopes while using landscaping tools/equipment
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Moderate to high noise level
- There is some personal safety risk working near roadways
- Work environment varies from site to site
- Some personal safety risk working in underserved communities