DD Facility Housekeeper

MILESTONE INC•Loves Park, IL

3d•$18 - $18

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Facilities, the DD Facility Housekeeper performs a wide variety of cleaning and laundry tasks throughout the Elmwood Heights campus. The role supports a clean, orderly, and safe environment while working in coordination with direct care staff, management, and the Maintenance Department. The housekeeper also helps ensure compliance with applicable State and Federal regulations regarding the physical plant and cleanliness, and follows established policies concerning confidentiality, conduct, and Human Rights.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years old.
No weight restrictions.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record when specified.

Nice To Haves

Six months of housekeeping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend work reliably and punctually.
Thoroughly clean assigned areas according to established schedules and procedures.
Assist with washing breakfast, snack, and lunch dishes as needed; clean the kitchen and dining room, wipe counters and tables, and mop floors.
Work with direct care staff to keep individuals’ rooms, the laundry room, linen closet, and housekeeping closet clean and orderly.
Sanitize mattresses and change bed linens according to schedule and as needed; order mattresses and linens when necessary.
Assist direct care staff with laundry according to established procedures and supervisor direction.
Count, sort, and bag soiled linen for maintenance pick-ups when necessary.
Wipe furniture and window sills, dust high areas, move furniture to dust behind it, and clean windows and TVs as needed.
Record damage and needed repairs promptly in the house maintenance log.
Request floor stripping and waxing or carpet shampooing from the Maintenance Department as needed.
Vacuum carpeted areas.
Return clean, folded personal laundry to the laundry cart for direct care staff to put away in individuals’ bedrooms as time permits.
Stock paper and cleaning supplies daily and request additional supplies from the Maintenance Department according to schedule and as needed.
Order cleaning and household supplies for the homes weekly.
Function as a member of the household team and maintain effective communication with direct care staff.
Work with management and direct care staff to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations concerning the physical plant and cleanliness.
Maintain acceptable standards of confidentiality and conduct under established policy.
Meet with management and household staff to discuss problems or concerns and demonstrate positive problem-solving skills.
Immediately intervene on behalf of an individual in a questionable situation and promptly report questions or concerns to a supervisor, in accordance with Human Rights policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed by a supervisor to ensure the safe and effective functioning of the facility.