Housekeeper - LTC - Full-Time

Brookhaven Retirement Community

Full Time Housekeeper 1st shift!

Position Summary:

Performs daily housekeeping tasks of the community in-order to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.

Essential Functions:

• Because BrookHaven exists to care for our residents, regular attendance and punctuality are essential to provide quality care
• Must be in good physical condition as the position requires the ability to stand on one's feet throughout the day, as well as, push, pull, move and/or lift repetitively a minimum of 10 pounds up to greater than 50 pounds.
• Commitment to BrookHaven mission, values, philosophy and Service Excellence Initiative
• Must be able to complete performance requirements independently while using good judgment as well as have the ability to harmoniously work with others
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language

Position Responsibilities:

• Must follow BrookHaven Policies and Procedures
• Clean, wash, sanitize and dust resident rooms and care center offices, bathrooms, hallways and common areas
• Must meet job related competencies as outlined in the Skills Competency Manual
• Empty trash/waste into proper containers
• Follows all safety policies and procedures during daily tasks
• Attend required in-service education
• Keeps utility, storage areas and equipment neat and clean
• Follows appropriate Infection Control and Universal Precaution practices when performing department procedures
• Moving and arranging furniture
• Communicates effectively with residents, staff and visitors
• Cross training as laundry worker for special assignments
• All other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, write and have good visual acuity.
• A minimum of a grammar school education is essential.
• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.