Housekeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1972, Sunnyside Care Center has been a trusted part of our community. Providing Short-term Rehabilitation and Long-term Care, our dedicated and seasoned team remains focused on the principles of safety, kindness, and compassion. It is our privilege to foster an environment where individuality and dignity are preserved, appreciated, and honored.

Sunnyside Care Center is actively looking for a Housekeeper to join our environmental service team. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily cleaning and sanitization of resident rooms and bathrooms as well as facility common areas.

The Housekeeper will also assist in maintaining the high standards of patient safety, privacy, care, and cleanliness within the facility. Previous experience in a medical setting and/or as a Housekeeper is recommended but is not required for this position.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Including but not limited to)

Maintain housekeeping equipment in good working order

Provide general cleaning services to resident’s rooms as well as facility common areas (Restrooms, Offices, Storage Areas, Hallways, Dining Rooms, Lobby, etc…)

Restock paper and sanitizer products in appropriate dispensers as needed

Trash and Recyclable removal

Operation and maintenance of the facilities floor machine

Maintain a clean workspace at all times

Clean and restock housekeeping carts at the end of the shift

Refill cleaning chemicals as needed

Pack resident belongings and assist with room changes

Any other duties assigned by the Director of Maintenance

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be available on weekends and some holidays

Must have the ability to stand on your feet for extended periods of time

Must be able to lift or move heavy objects weighing about 50lbs

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Housekeeping experience preferred but not required

Experience in a healthcare setting preferred but not required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (Personal Skills and Traits Desired):

Good verbal and written communication skills

Evidence of effective problem resolution skills

Demonstrates ability to establish and manage priorities

Resourceful, organized, and efficient

Ability to meet deadlines