Housekeeper - Independent Living

JOB SUMMARY

Performs, daily, the routine and non-routine cleaning functions as assigned through Vicars Landing in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing our facility; and as may be instructed by the Director of Housekeeping/Laundry Services, in order to provide a safe, sanitary and attractive environment for all Members, guests and employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintains quality index range of 75-89% effectiveness. Performs cleaning functions as assigned according to departmental procedures. This duty is performed about 45% of the time.
2. Cleaning chemicals are mixed to proper use-dilution. Cleaning chemicals are not mixed with any other product except those specifically listed on product label. Cleaning chemical solutions are placed in properly labeled bottles approved for the product. This duty is performed about 10% of the time.
3. Supplies and equipment necessary to complete work assignments are taken to work area within 15 minutes of shift start, prepared to begin assignment for the day. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
4. All equipment used is thoroughly cleaned and returned to storage areas in designated spaces by the end of the shift. Spills occurring during cart and equipment setup/breakdown are cleaned up. Empty containers are removed and properly disposed of in dumpster. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
5. All broken, damaged, or inoperative equipment and hazardous conditions are reported. Housekeeping Service equipment is tagged as inoperative with a description of the problem. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
6. Annual sick time does not exceed 5% or 13 days per year. Reports to work on time 95% of the time. Does not continue to work more than scheduled hours or clock-in ahead of scheduled shift time unless authorized. Follows scheduled lunch and break schedule. Properly notifies supervisor when absent or late to work. Nametag is worn daily on shirts or smocks. Uniform, hair, and shoes are neat and clean. Knocks on door and identifies self when entering room/apartment. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
7. Members are treated with consideration, respect and full recognition of their dignity and individuality. Medical condition and treatment discussed with others only as medically necessary to maintain safety and ensure well-being of Member. Personal possessions are treated with utmost care. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
8. "Wet Floor" signs are used when performing tile and carpet wet cleaning tasks. Equipment cords are placed so as not to create tripping hazard and unplugged when not in use. Gloves are worn on both hands in performance of cleaning tasks, trash and soiled linen handling. Calls for assistance when moving heavy objects. Carefully disposes of trash. Removes equipment from hallways and elevators and reports to designated "pool" areas in the event of a disaster drill or actual disaster. This duty is performed about 10% of the time.
9. Demonstrate ability to use all Housekeeping Services equipment through practical application. Periodic and situational duties are performed as assigned according to procedures. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
10. Attends annual required in-services. Attends and participates in 80% of monthly departmental meetings. This duty is performed about 5% of the time.
11. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Education & Experience:

Mental alertness and adaptability to office and field area work routines. Equivalent to four years high school or GED, with particular emphasis during high school in office skills, shop skills, or others, plus 7 to 11 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Skills, Abilities & Competencies:

• Maintains quality standards through the performance of deodorizing, disinfecting, stripping, scouring, scrubbing, washing, mopping, polishing, waxing, dusting, vacuuming, shampooing, soiled linen removal, trash removal and making of beds in Members' rooms, apartments and community areas as assigned
• Prepares cleaning chemicals in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and departmental policies and procedures and ensures cleaning chemical bottles are properly labeled
• Collects necessary supplies and equipment and transport them to work areas.
• Cleans and returns equipment to designated area after use, keeps storeroom and equipment neat and clean with all supplies and equipment stored in proper area
• Observes facility and departmental policies and procedures (i.e., dress code, attendance, professional behavior)
• Maintains the confidentiality of resident care information and honors the residents' personal and property rights
• Attends scheduled in-services and departmental meetings
• Practices general safety rules and follows designated duties as outlined in disaster plan
• Performs periodic and situational duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, learning to use all Housekeeping Services equipment
• Reports broken, damaged or inoperative equipment, lights, furnishings and hazardous conditions to immediate supervisor

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Unloads supplies from truck and places on shelves in the stock room
• Runs miscellaneous errands for Housekeeping Department
• Completes required forms as needed (i.e. service requests, accident/incident reports)
• Performs other duties as may become necessary or as directed by the supervisor
• IN COMPLIANCE WITH the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) requirements relative to precautions to prevent the spread of blood borne diseases, the following information is provided concerning this position:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk hear, and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Employees must have excellent balance and be able to climb a ladder and walk around a roof. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and be able to work at heights. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus as well as work on a computer for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to communicate verbally with others on the phone or in person.