Housekeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Come and join our vibrant retirement community and enjoy being a key member of our Team.
We know that our people are the key to our success. We are a CCRC situated on a beautiful 50-acre campus with warm and friendly staff.

The primary purpose this position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Director of Operations, Housekeeping Supervisor, Manager on Duty, or Administrator, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical.
• Report all accidents and/or injuries to a supervisor or manager no matter how minor they may be. (NOTE: Such occurrences must be reported on the shift in which they occur.)
• Coordinate daily housekeeping services with nursing services when performing routine cleaning assignments in resident living and/or recreational areas.
• Attend departmental and staff meetings as directed or called.
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.
• File  complaints/grievances with a supervisor or manager.
• Participate and assist in department studies and projects as directed.
• Attend and participate in in-service educational classes, on-the-job training programs, etc., as scheduled or as directed.
• Assure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable, and attractive manner.
• Assure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing housekeeping procedures.
• Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing service.
• Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to a supervisor or manager.
• Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.
• Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with established sanitation procedures. 
• Keep work/assignment areas free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop/ broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.
• Other(s) that may become necessary/appropriate   to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.
• Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.
• Assure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.
• Keep supervisor informed of supply needs.
• Report burned out light bulbs, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, or any other safety hazards, to your supervisor as soon as practical.
• Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc. as directed or requested.
• Assure that an adequate supply of housekeeping supplies are maintained in utility/janitorial closets to perform daily tasks
• Clean work/supply carts, equipment, etc., as necessary or directed.
• Perform day-to-day housekeeping functions as assigned.
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.
• Empty and sanitize ash trays daily. (NOTE: Ash trays must be emptied into appropriate metal containers with self-closing cover devices.) 
• Clean/polish furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, etc., in residential rooms, recreational areas, etc., daily as directed.
• Clean, wash, sanitize and/or polish bathroom fixtures. Assure that watermarks are removed from fixtures.
• Clean windows/mirrors in residential rooms, recreational areas, bathrooms, and entrance/exit ways.
• Clean floors, to include sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, disinfecting, etc. (NOTE: Assure that appropriate caution/safety signs are properly set up prior to performing such duties.)
• Clean carpets, to include vacuuming, shampooing, deodorizing, and disinfecting. If necessary
• Clean walls and ceilings by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, etc.
• Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc., from surfaces using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions.
• Clean hallways, stairways, and elevators.
• Dispose of refuse into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with plastic liner.
• Clean vacant rooms as assigned.
• Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored at all times, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, mealtimes, and end of the workday.
• Perform terminal cleaning procedures, as instructed, when a resident is discharged and/or transferred to another room/area.
• Discard infectious waste into appropriate containers.

• Maintain the confidentiality of resident information.
• Honor the residents’ personal and property rights.
• Turn in all found articles to your supervisor. 
• Follow established procedures governing the use and disposal of personal protective equipment. 

• Be on time to assignments.
• Follow employee dress code.

Qualifications/Skills

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. 
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constrictive criticism. 
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies personnel, and the public. 
• Must be a minimum of sixteen (16) years of age. 
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies and equipment. etc., and maintain the appearance of housekeeping areas, must perform regular inspections of resident rooms/units for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties. 
• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning. 
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing housekeeping practices.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixture of cleaning compounds, liquids, cleaning instructions, etc. 
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition. 

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Long periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to walk the entire campus. 
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents and other staff.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., more than fifty (50) pounds. 
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.
• Is subject to falls, bums from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, etc.
• May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions. etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. 
• May be required to work on weekends and holidays. 
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired. 

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.  

Other Duties

Must comply with the general attendance policies.

Must comply with all safety policies and procedures.

Must comply with all Compliance and Ethics policies.

Beaumont offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include Medical, Dental, Vision Care, Wellness Programs, 403(b) Plan, Paid Time Off (including Holidays, Vacation and Sick Time), Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Program. 

Technology Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to effectively use and adapt to a variety of digital tools, software, and systems relevant to the role. This includes the ability to quickly learn new technologies, troubleshoot basic technical issues, and apply technology to improve efficiency, accuracy, and communication.

Technology