Housekeeping Aide

* We are always looking for caring people with a passion for excellence - Join the Vernon Manor team! * We are actively seeking compassionate and dedicated Housekeepers to join our Vernon Manor team! Our staff are our most valuable asset. Here’s what they are saying about us -

• Everyone on the team is so supportive of each other. Even the CEO knows my name and asks me how my kids are doing! This team is home for me.” – CNA, South Bend, IN
• I enjoy working so closely with the residents. They bring as much comfort to me as I do to them. This is a unique building with a great family feel.” – RN, Gary, IN

Salary – $13.00/hr to $16.00/hr (based on skills and years of experience) What do we believe makes us different? Here’s what you can count on from us! Vernon Manor is a facility with a close-knit, supportive, and collaborative team We care deeply for our residents and families, our employees, and the communities we serve We train and build our people and genuinely invest in their professional growth Our culture is rooted in: Trust Excellence Service Leadership Working Together We always deliver the best possible care for our residents and families We appreciate and celebrate the contributions made by all of the individuals on our teams QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. High school diploma or equivalent required. Must pass a background check. Thorough understanding of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions. Detail-oriented and thorough. Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance. Ability to keep the property clean and orderly. Good interpersonal skills with polite and courteous demeanor toward staff, customers, clients, and visitors to the property. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. a. Performs cleaning, housekeeping, and light maintenance tasks and services throughout assigned property. b. Picks up trash and empties trash containers. c. Performs light repairs and maintenance such as replacing light fixtures or unclogging pipes. d. Assists with the cleaning and sanitizing of shared facilities and common spaces. e. Washes windows. f. Vacuums and cleans floors, rugs, furniture, and drapes. g. Performs limited grounds maintenance such as mowing and trimming lawns and hedges and cleaning snow from sidewalks. h. Examines property for safety hazards; reports problems to Facilities Manager or other appropriate staff. i. Ensures that cleaning and maintenance supplies are stocked. j. Modifies scope of cleaning and maintenance based on specified needs of the particular property (apartments, parking facilities, etc.) k. Performs other related duties as required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to endure prolonged walking, sitting, standing, use of pulling, bending, and stooping movements. Ability to adapt to changes in daily work hours and schedule. Ability to handle stressful situations with residents, families, and staff. Ability to lift/carry a minimum of fifty (50) pounds. Ability to push/pull a minimum of fifty (50) pounds. Ability to perform tasks which require arm-hand steadiness. Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time through duration of shift(s). Ability to squat, climb stairs, reach above shoulders, twist, bend, and kneel repeatedly through duration of shift(s). Ability to hear normal sounds within background noise. Ability to speak clearly and make self understood. Ability to keep attention on task if routinely interrupted. Ability to understand a variety of concepts/approaches. Ability to remember tasks/assignments for a full shift. Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled shift (overtime) when necessary. Shifts Available: Day Shift - PT positions available Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud of our commitment to equal employment opportunity for all qualified job candidates and employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vernon Health & Rehabilitation