Housekeeper

Housekeeping PositionEducation/Experience • High school or equivalent preferred. On-the-job training provided.Essential Job FunctionsPerform day-to-day housekeeping activities in accordance with daily work assignments.Coordinate daily housekeeping services with management when performing routine cleaning assignments in resident/patient living and/or recreational areas.Clean/polish furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, etc., in resident/patient room, recreational areas, etc., daily as instructed.Clean, wash, sanitize and/or polish bathroom fixtures. Remove water marks from fixtures.Clean windows/mirrors in resident/patient rooms, common area, bathrooms and entrance/exit ways.Clean walls and ceilings by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, and deodorizing, etc.Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc., from surfaces using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions.Clean shower rooms.Replenish laundry chemicals in machines as necessary, following appropriate safety procedures.Discard waste/trash into proper containers and re-line trash receptacle with plastic liner.Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with established sanitation procedures.Clean and store work/supply carts, equipment, etc., at end of shift.Inform supervisor of supply needs.Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor, to include any special projects.Maintain punctual and regular attendance on the job site.Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.Develop and maintain a good working relationship with staff, resident/patients, and visitors.Remain alert and awake on the job.ResponsibilitiesEnsure adequate supply of housekeeping supplies is maintained in janitorial closet necessary to perform daily task.Ensure that cleaning schedules are followed.Ensure that department is maintained in a clean and safe manner.Participate in staff development programs and staff meetings.Carry out assignments in a prompt and efficient manner.Ensure the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials and/or hazardous wastes or chemicals.Report immediately any work-related injury, occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemical to the supervisor.Follow established infection control procedures when performing duties.Report immediately all grievances and complaints, all allegations of resident/patient abuse, neglect and/or misappropriation of resident/patient property, all incidents/accidents, no matter how minor, all unsafe/hazardous conditions or defective equipment, either by resident/patients or family to supervisor.Maintain confidentiality of resident/patient and company information.Treat all resident/patients fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect.Comply with policies and procedures.Adhere to work assignments.Adhere to dress code.Specific RequirementsMust be able to read and write the English language.Must be able to follow oral and written instructions concerning the mixing of laundry detergents and other liquids.Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.Must possess flexibility.Must demonstrate sensitivity to the special needs of resident/patients.Working ConditionsSubject to frequent interruptions.Subject to being involved with resident/patients, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.Subject to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.Subject to hostile and emotionally upset resident/patients, family members, personnel, and visitors.Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.Subject to handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.Subject to working around resident/patients' pets (animals).Physical RequirementsMust be able to move about consistently throughout the workday.Must be able to reach, bend, and/or stoop intermittently throughout the workday.Must be able to walk/stand 75% of the day.Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry up to 50 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.