What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping position at Homestead Assisted Living & Memory Care?
Job description
Job Title Code: HSK
The purpose of this position is to implement facility housekeeping procedures in an efficient, cost-effective manner to safely meet residents’ needs in compliance with federal, state and local requirements. Essential Job Functions – Principal Accountabilities
- Performs general cleaning and sanitizing tasks and services throughout the facility.
- Uses cleaning cart to transport cleaning supplies.
- Cleans and disinfects resident rooms and bathrooms.
- Cleans and disinfects kitchen and dining areas..
- Wipes and dusts surfaces in rooms and cleans mirrors.
- Vacuums and cleans floors, rugs, furniture, and drapes.
- Removes linens, towels, bedspreads, and blankets.
- Places and neatly tucks clean sheets and blankets on beds and replaces pillowcases.
- Stocks towels, washcloths, and hand towels in bathrooms.
- Picks up and empties trash containers.
- Checks room for food articles and remove unauthorized items (report and turn in items found).
- Maintains floors safe and clear of obstructions (residents' belongings, supplies/equipment, etc.)
- Loads washers and dryers and folds sheets and towels in laundry room as needed.
- Uses housekeeping supplies efficiently.
- Assists in proper care of housekeeping equipment. Identify and report any equipment malfunction to supervisor.
- Notifies maintenance if something is not working properly.
Other Job Functions
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Detail-oriented and thorough.
- Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, tenants, and/or guests.
- Sufficient ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English to complete work efficiently, effectively, and courteously.
- Must display positive attitude.
- Must demonstrate independence, initiative, self-discipline, conscientiousness, and dependability.
Physical Demands/Environment: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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Works in all interior areas of the facility, with controlled heating and lighting. May be exposed to excessive heat in laundry.
- Stand, traverse, ascend/descend stairs, move/transport carts weighing over 100 pounds, grasp and manipulate tools/equipment to perform cleaning functions. Occasionally move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Stretch, bend, stoop, squat, twist, crouch, kneel, and balance to perform cleaning activities and to access equipment and supplies.
- Prolonged periods standing and walking.
- Converse with others
- Converse with others, write legibly, read and comprehend written/verbal information.
- Lift and carry up to 35 pounds frequently; up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Stand and walk frequently, simple grasp; fine hand manipulation; near vision; far vision; hear conversation; speak.
Job Types: Full-time
Pay: Up to $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
- Assisted Living
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Rotating weekends
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- 240 Towne Center Blvd
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.00 - $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Rotating weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Van Wert, OH 45891 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $13