Housekeeper/ Laundry Aide FT

Avante at Ocala is seeking a Fulltime Housekeeper to join our team!

We are a 133-bed skilled nursing facility located in Ocala FL. Our associates are committed individuals who desire to create an environment that fosters wellness, integrity, and success. At Avante, you will have the opportunity for advancement, learn new skills, meet new people, build rewarding professional and personal relationships, and improve the quality of life of those around you. We are focused on the whole person, a concept that includes families, colleagues, and communities. Simply put, our mission is you!

We offer DAILY PAY ACCESS, benefits after 60 days of employment, Company paid Life and AD&D, 401(k) with an annual contribution, Paid Time off for FT and PT employees that start accruing your first day of employment. We also provide an excellent working environment with employee recognition programs and engagement.

Purpose:

To perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards as may be directed by the Housekeeping/Laundry Services Supervisor and/or the Administrator to ensure the facility is maintained in a clean, safe and comfortable manner.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age;

• Must speak and understand English;

• Positive attitude toward the elderly.

Essential Job Functions: Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Housekeeping Functions and Duties

• Perform day-to-day housekeeping functions and specific tasks as assigned; clean, wash, polish, sanitize, deodorize and disinfect all areas and items in the facility including furnishings, fixtures, ashtrays, trash bins, windows, mirrors, floors, carpets, walls, ceilings, that work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable and attractive manner, clearly marked with caution or safety signs as required; ensure work areas are free of all hazardous objects and that all equipment, tools and supplies are properly stored at all times; ensure all established Universal Precautions and infection control, isolation, fire, safety and sanitation practices and procedures are maintained and followed when performing housekeeping duties; and, promptly report all hazardous conditions and equipment to the Housekeeping/Laundry Services Supervisor and/or the Administrator.

Avante provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, Veterans' status, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender, genetic information or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal requirements, Avante complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Avante expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, Veterans' status or any other category protected by law. Improper interference with the ability of Avante's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including, discharge.