Lead Housekeeper

Job Description

Job Description

The main responsibility in this position is to carry out the daily activities of the Housekeeping Department while adhering to current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations related to long-term care. You will need to follow established policies and procedures as directed by the Administrator to make sure that our community is clean, safe, and comfortable.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure that work and cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.Coordinate daily housekeeping services with nursing services when performing routine cleaning assignments in villager living and/or recreational areas.Guarantee that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable, and attractive manner.Sweep, buff and mop all area floors.Dust and polish furniture or equipment.Vacuum carpets and drapery.Sanitize sinks, toilets, tubs and shower areas.Clean mirrors, lighting fixtures, doors, walls.Replenish paper products, hand soap products, and wastebasket liners.Remove trash/wash out trash receptacles on a regular basis.Maintain housekeeping cart and utility closets in sanitary and orderly condition. Replenish cart supplies at end of shift in preparation for next day's use.Inform supervisor of supply or equipment needs.Keeps storage areas locked with supplies properly stored according to established procedures.Report any damaged or loose fixtures, flooring, or tiling requiring replacement or repair, any unsafe or malfunctioning equipment, any conditions conducive to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin.Wash and sanitize villager room after villager discharge.May be required to strip beds and linens for washing.Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects.Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning. Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent villager care information including protected health information. Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interaction with co-workers, villagers, families, and visitors.Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of housekeeping areasMust be able to follow oral and written instructions concerning the mixing of cleaning compounds, liquids, disinfectant solutions, etcPerform all other duties, as assigned.TALENT:Relationship BuildingDemonstrate friendliness and enthusiasmBuild relationships with all types of peopleHigh energy and upbeatAbility to foster teamworkClient orientedExecutingAbility to organize and prioritize Detail oriented and follow throughSelf-starter and independent workerStrategic ThinkingSolve problems effectivelyCreative in coming up with options and solutions for efficiencyInfluencingAbility to communicate clearly and effectivelyEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma or GED Experience preferred, training will be providedWORK ENVIRONMENT:Works in all areas of the communityMoves intermittently during working hoursIs subject to frequent interruptionsIs involved with villagers, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances Is subject to difficult and emotionally upset villagers, family members, etc Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff, and other department supervisors Works beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessaryIs subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)Attends and participates in continuing educational programsIs subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B virusesMay be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicalsPHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the communityMust meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this community, which include a mental and physical examinationMust possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully metMust be able to push, pull, move, and /or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feetMay be necessary to assist in the evacuation of villagers during emergenciesOTHER:Pass background, and CAPs and pose no direct threat to the health or safety of individuals in the workplaceClassification: non-exemptWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Gender/Minority/Veterans/Disabled.It must be understood that this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.