Housekeeper-Laundry Aide

Basinspire•Garden City, ID

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a state licensed/certified Administrator, ensures cleanliness of facility including resident rooms as well as common areas. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Prior housekeeping experience preferred, preferably in healthcare
Knowledge of all resident’s rights, including the right to be free of restraints and abuse
Knowledge of therapies and techniques used to improve resident quality of life
Knowledge and use of safe practices in handling hazardous chemicals
Ability to work with diverse populations including age, those with mental illness, memory loss diagnosis, and/or physical impairments, and aid in these resident’s ADL’s as needed
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions
Ability to keep daily records
Ability to handle emergency situations, power outage, medical emergency, fire, flood, etc
Ability to schedule workload so the facility is clean and safe
Ability to establish and effective working relationships with employees, residents, and families
Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data at all times
Ability to work effectively in a team setting
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and to keep daily records
Must pass a criminal background check
This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
Punctuality and attendance at scheduled shifts

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and safe environment for residents
Perform housekeeping duties which may include but are not limited to vacuuming, dusting, cleaning bathrooms and other surfaces, etc.
Manage time effectively by being fast paced and task oriented
Report any changes in resident condition
Answer phones and greet visitors
May assist Caregivers with transfers or other temporary needs
May be required to train other team members on job responsibilities
Perform related duties as required
Maintain housekeeping staffing needs
Develop effective schedules
Provide supervisor with a list of needed supplies as necessary