What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping & Laundry FT position at Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center -
Burlington Health and Rehab is now under new Management!
NEWLY ADJUSTED COMPETITIVE WAGES FOR OUR HOUSEKEEPING POSITION!
Responsibilities for Housekeeping :
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Carries out all laundry duties as directed by the Environmental Services Director according to required department policies and procedures.
Ensures that daily work / cleaning schedules are followed.
Maintains a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene.
Ensures that all laundry equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe condition. Reports any equipment defect to the department director.
Practices sensitivity to the privacy and individual needs of the residents.
Adheres to infection control policies at all times.
Adheres to correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
Ensures all necessary documentation is completed daily.
Carries out other duties as assigned by the Environmental Services Director.
Essential Functions
Coordinates daily laundry services in collaboration with nursing services when performing routine assignments.
Performs daily laundry functions as assigned.
Performs specific / assigned tasks in accordance with daily work assignments and established laundry procedures.
Ensures that an adequate supply of laundry / linen supplies are maintained in designated areas to meet the residents’ daily needs.
Collects, sorts, and weighs soiled laundry, linen, clothing, etc. and places items in the appropriate containers or assigned areas.
Sorts soiled laundry, linen, clothing, etc., and separate items that need special stain removal or treatment.
Sorts, counts, and washes soiled laundry, linen, clothing, etc., in accordance with established procedures.
Presses / irons clothing as instructed.
Folds, counts, stacks, hangs, and distributes clean laundry, linen, clothing, etc. to residents daily or as instructed.
Assures that clean laundry, linen, clothing, etc., is distributed to designated areas during emergency conditions.
Ensures that floors are clean, swept, dusted, and damp / wet mopped in laundry room.
Ensure walls and ceilings are clean in laundry room.
Remove any dust, dirt, grease, etc., from equipment or floor surfaces utilizing proper cleaning / disinfecting solutions.
Discard any waste / trash into proper receptacles.
Keeps work area(s) free of hazardous conditions such as spills, excess carts, supplies, equipment, etc.
Reports hazardous conditions or equipment to the supervisor.
Reports equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to the supervisor.
Ensures equipment is clean and properly stored at the end of the shift.
Follows proper procedures when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used in the work area.
Requirements for Housekeeping :
Ability to read, write and speak the English language
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Ability to comply with departmental safety policies and procedures
Ability to perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements of the position
Previous housekeeping experience preferred
Benefit Package for Housekeeping :
Competitive Wages
Referral Bonus
6 Paid Holidays
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
Accrued paid time off – Full Time Employees
401K
Burlington Health and Rehab is and Equal Oppurtunity Employer.
