Housekeeping Aide

We are in search of Full and Part time Housekeeping Aides to join our team. Prior experience and/or education - not required. Why Knott County Health & Rehabilitation Center? Once hired, you'll join a team comprised of professionals dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of life for our residents while encouraging the support of family, friends, and community. As such, we’ve been recognized with the following accolades: Best Nursing Homes in the Nation by the U.S. News and World Report. Best of Kentucky and Top 10 Caregiving, Nursing, Volunteering facility by the Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities (KAHCF). Essential Duties & Responsibilities Ensures the physical cleanliness, appearance and maintenance of the inside and outside of the facility, including its equipment and furnishings. Works with the Housekeeping and/or Laundry Supervisor and/or Administrator to implement recommended changes as required. Ensures that all areas of the facility are clean and orderly throughout the day. Maintains the care and use of supplies, equipment, and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas. Minimization of waste of supplies, misuse of equipment and disposal of trash and recyclables properly. Performs all cleaning assignments in accordance with sanitary regulations following established policies and procedures. Follows infection control regulations. Report any accidents/incidents following established procedures. May be assigned additional duties as needed. Qualifications Basic understanding of cleaning. Continuously seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. Perform duties in accordance with facility cleaning standards. Education and Experience High school graduate or GED Equivalent is preferred. One year of previous professional housekeeping experience preferred. Physical Demands and Abilities Physical requirements to include reaching, standing for long periods of time, squatting, bending, carrying and/or lifting supplies and equipment. Must be able to lift, push and move a minimum of fifty (50) pounds. Must maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness. Must possess ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors of government agencies/personnel and the public. Must be able to raise arms over head in order lift or reach the top of surfaces for cleaning. Must be able to stoop and bend over to pick up objects, wipe baseboards, or clean and sanitize baths and showers. Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents. Other Requirements Is subject to work beyond duty hours, on weekends, holidays, etc., and in other positions, shifts and/or areas temporarily when necessary. Must possess ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors of government agencies/personnel and the public. Must maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness. Complies with the employer’s confidentiality and privacy practices and procedures. Must maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information. Pursuant to the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, all employees must remain drug free and alcohol free when reporting to work, while at work and while engaged in any work‑related activities. Comply with all Healthcare Act rules and regulations and any related laws and regulations. Note: This document and the statements contained within it are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the employee. Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to ensure fair and equal treatment for everyone we employ and as such, we are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer . We value diversity and believe employment, training, and promotional opportunities should be available to all persons without regard to race, color, gender (including gender nonconformity, gender identity, status as a transgender individual, and sexual orientation), sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, genetic information, political affiliation, protected veteran status or membership in the armed services, or any other consideration that is protected by applicable federal, state, and local law. Preferred Prior experience in a janitorial, custodial, or housekeeping position, preferably in healthcare is PREFERRED, but not required. #J-18808-Ljbffr