Housekeeper

About the Role

Full-time AM Housekeeping position

Key Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, and facility policies as directed by the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Follow established departmental policies and procedures, including appropriate dress code.
• Meet with Housekeeping Personnel on a regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and/or the improvement of services.
• Follow and complete cleaning schedules daily as assigned.
• Maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department.
• Participate in In-service Education Programs.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining an effective orientation program that orients new employees to the facility, their department, and its policies and procedures.
• Recommend equipment and supply needs of the department to the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of sixteen (16) years of age.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Ability to utilize sight/hearing senses, or prosthetics enabling these senses to function adequately to meet the requirements of this position.