Housekeeper I

Job Description:

Position Summary

To perform housekeeping tasks and assignments and cleaning projects. To facilitate communication as needed among members, staff, visitors and other guests in an accurate, friendly, and professional manner. Provides daily cleaning, room and floor/carpet care, moving and project services as directed. Assist with personal laundering/bed making. Assist Resident care by responding to Requests and Emergencies.

Expose to blood or other potentially infection materials during cleaning certain areas.

Work Saturday & Sunday, holidays. This is an essential worker position, it is required to present to work even with difficult weather.

Core Competencies

• Follows all policies, procedures and culture set forth by the organization
• Able to accomplish all responsibilities without supervision/assistance after the training period is completed
• Demonstrates knowledge and efficient use of cleaning techniques, equipment and tools
• Capable of finishing the daily schedule in the time allotted
• Demonstrates attention to detail and thoroughness
• Acts in a manner outside the traditional "role" as needed in order to meet residents'/patients' needs
• Excellent professional customer service and communication skills and the ability to listen and follow oral instructions
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the residents
• Contributes to the development of a culture of caring
• Shows flexibility to meet the needs of the residents and staff
• Displays integrity, honesty and good work ethics
• Pays attention to own and others safety while using equipment and supplies
• Team Player with a strong ability to motivate others and resolve conflicts

Position Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas, furnishings, and fixtures according to established housekeeping procedures
• Responds to emergencies, special needs and clean after spills/accidents as required or directed
• Communicates and respond to issues and problems in a timely and efficient manner
• Communicates issues/concerns to leadership that may require quality monitoring
• Clean mirrors, sinks and toilets in common area restrooms according to prescribed sanitary standards
• Remove debris/trash from common areas inside or out
• Wash, dust, polish, vacuum and sweep all areas of the lobby and commons area including the Front Desk, elevators and administrative offices and corridors, bathrooms.
• Periodically check and restock all supplies including toilet paper, soap and hand towels in common area restrooms
• Reports observations concerning structural and equipment wear, defects and malfunctioning to supervisor
• Listen and respond to resident, guest and staff requests and inquiries
• Stock and clean storage area for equipment and supplies
• Maintain all equipment used in clean, organize & performing duties
• Following safety and infection control procedures
• Perform other housekeeping related tasks as assigned SNF & ALU floors

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred
• One to two years in Housekeeping preferred
• Ability to listen, write, and speak effectively
• Knowledge of infection control policies
• Thorough understanding of operating cleaning equipment's
• People skills: Teamwork.
• Friendly and approachable attitude.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Must be able to respond quickly to alarms
• Prolonged periods of walking and/or standing. Also requires bending, stooping, reaching and moving light furniture
• Needs ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to chemicals on a constant basis requiring special clothing (PPE), or safety equipment
• The individual spends over 95% of his/her time in an air-conditioned environment with varying exposure to noise. There is protection from weather conditions
• Interacts with residents, family members and other staff under all conditions and circumstances
• Exposure to medical waste and occasionally unsanitary conditions, unpleasant odors, and hazardous (concentrated) chemicals
• Ability to push/pull a housekeeping cart, mop and bucket, vacuum, use of floor equipment, climbing ladder to 6/8 feet

Schedule:

Works weekdays, weekends & holidays. Everyone of our staff is considered essential, must be present to work as scheduled even under hazardous weather conditions.

Remote Type

On-site

Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.