Housekeeper

PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB DESCRIPTION: The primary purpose of this job position is to maintain assigned areas in a clean, sanitary, safe, orderly, attractive manner in accordance with established procedures, and as directed by the supervisor, to assure that the highest degree of cleanliness and sanitation is maintained at all times.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Follow all established safety procedures and precautions, according to current OSHA and Insurance regulations. This entails the use of goggles for eye safety, protective gloves and back support if needed. Safety training sessions for your benefit will be provided throughout the year.

1. Receive and follow cleaning schedule/instructions from the supervisor and or as outlined in Heritage Square’s established housekeeping policies and procedures.

2. Clean/Polish furnishing, fixtures ledges, room heating /cooling units, etc. , in residents rooms, living/recreational area, etc. as instructed.

3. Clean, wash, sanitize and or polish bathroom fixtures. (Assure water marks are removed from fixtures)

4. Clean windows, mirrors in Residents rooms, living/recreational area, bathroom and entrance/exit areas as instructed.

5.Clean floors, to include, sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, waxing, buffing, disinfecting, etc. as instructed. (Ensure that CAUTION/SAFETY signs are properly set up PRIOR to performing such duties).

6. Clean carpets to include vacuuming, shampooing, deodorizing, and disinfecting as instructed.

7. Clean walls and ceiling by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, etc. as instructed.

8. Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc. from surfaces using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions.

9. Clean hallways, stairways, and elevators as necessary/instructed.

10. Dispose of waste /trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with plastic liners.

11. Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc. to the supervisor immediately.

12. Report all burned out light bulbs, to include exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, to the supervisor as soon as possible.

13. Ensure supplies have been replenished in assigned work areas as necessary.

14. Clean vacant rooms, as assigned, to assure they are ready for occupancy.

15. Assure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift/area.

16. Attend and participate in in-service educational classes, and on the job training programs.

17. Attend and participate in workshops. Seminars, etc., as approved.

18. Assure that the facility is maintained in a clean, safe and orderly manner for residents comfort and convenience.

19. Ensure that the residents rights to fair and equitable treatment, self determination individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints, are followed.

20. Perform terminal cleaning procedures, as instructed, when a resident is discharged, and or transferred to another room/area, to assure that the room is ready for new occupancy.

21. Perform cleaning/sanitizing procedures in ISOLATION ROOMS/AREAS, as instructed, and in accordance with established infection control policies and procedures.

22. Assure that the work assignment areas are clean and free of equipment, supplies, etc. before leaving such areas on breaks, end of work day.

23. Keep work assignment areas free of hazardous object, such as protruding mop/broom handles; etc. and assure that all cleaning supplies, equipment are properly stored at the end of your shift/work day.

24. Other related duties as may become necessary as or directed by the supervisor, department director and/or administrator.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving intermittently during working hours.

2. Works in all areas of the facility.

3. Subject to frequent interruptions.

4. Willingness to work beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.

5. Attend and participate in continuing educational programs.

6. Subject to react from dust, housekeeping and disinfecting solutions, falls, burns from equipment, odor, etc.

7. May be subjected to infectious diseases, substances, etc.

8. Communicates with nursing personnel, and other department personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education: Must posses, as a minimum a 10th grade education.

2*. Experience*: None required.(On the job training provided).

3. Specific Requirements:

a. Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.

b. Posses the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

c. Posses the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors and the general public.

d. Be a minimum of 18 years of age and of good moral character.

e. Be knowledgeable of housekeeping practices, procedures and guidelines established by this facility.

f. Ability to work harmoniously with other personnel.

g. Ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment.

h. Posses the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing housekeeping practices.

i. Be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixture of cleaning compounds, liquids, cleaning instructions, etc., as directed.

4. Physical Requirements:

a. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day.

b. Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner.

c. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

d. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that requirements of this position can be fully met.

e. Must function independently, have personal integrity, have flexibility, and the ability to work effectively with other personnel.

f. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.

g. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move equipment and supplies throughout the work day

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person