Housekeeper

Housekeeping PositionPosition Summary:Responsible to perform all aspects of cleaning the community common areas and resident rooms or apartments ensuring a pleasing home-like environment for residents, associates and visitorsEssential Functions:Cleans all Common Areas including the lobby, guest restrooms and hallways.Vacuums all carpeted areas and upholstered furnitureDusts all furniture, hanging pictures and fixturesSanitizes handrailsCleans glass surfacesCleans doors, doorways and wallsCleans and disinfects common areas and restroomsMops or vacuums common areasCleans and disinfects soiled utility binsCleans and organizes laundry areas and storage closetsEnsure that the housekeeping cart and other supplies and equipment are in a safe area as to prevent any injuries to residents, associates, or visitorsEnsure that hazardous cleaning products are properly stored and labeledCleans resident's rooms or apartments by vacuuming, dusting and disinfecting bathroomLaunders resident's linens, towels, sheets, and other items according to schedule and as neededEnsures residents' personal clothing remain separate at all times and are returned promptly to the residents' room or apartment once launderedProperly dispose of soiled clothing or linens in accordance with infection control standardsBe constantly alert to wipe up any water or liquid on the floors to prevent slips and falls by residents, associates or visitorsEstablishes and maintains good relationships with residents and family membersPractices proper body mechanics when lifting and following safety guidelinesFollows company guidelines for uniforms and name badgesUses company provided equipment properly as intendedThe ability to work in a safe and alert mannerThe ability to take ownership for associate's safety and the safety of the residentsMust disclose any medication that might impair associate's ability to perform the job safely or competently.Non-Essential Functions:Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadershipMust possess a passion to work with and around senior citizensAttends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when ableCompletes all required courses in adherence with HRA UniversityIs prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basisBecomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalentAll associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residentsRequirements:Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:Must have a high school educationMinimum one-year experience in a senior community or healthcare environment preferredKnowledge of OSHA Standards and safety procedures preferredUnderstand the steps for fire evacuationBackground Screening Requirement:In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the Clearinghouse, disqualifying offenses, and exemption procedures, please visit: