Housekeeper/Laundry

Avalon Health Care Group•Columbia, SC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Avalon Health Care is hiring for a Housekeeper/Laundry at the E. Roy Stone, Jr. Veterans Pavilion. This facility will transfer to the SC Department of Veteran Affairs from the SC Department of Mental Health on July 1st and will be operated by Avalon Health Care, a company experienced in the long-term care needs of Veterans. This is a full-time position with a wage of $17.00 - $18.77 per hour. The schedule includes full-time shifts from 7 AM to 3:30 PM with every other weekend, and evening shifts from 4 PM to 9 PM with every other weekend. Placement within the wage range is based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability. We offer a rewarding career and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
Must demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality.
Must demonstrate trustworthiness and dependability.
Must work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervision.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills.
Must be organized with attention for detail.

Nice To Haves

Prior housekeeping experience in health care or hospitality setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean (including vacuuming, wiping, mopping, polishing, etc.) rooms, offices, and common areas; polish and straighten items; ensure residents’ rooms are safe, comfortable, and maintained in an attractive manner and residents’ personal items are safeguarded.
Clean up spills, soiled areas, and other conditions as observed or directed.
Ensure equipment and work areas are safe; that procedures regarding cleaners or hazardous materials or objects are strictly adhered to.
Ensure equipment and supplies are properly stored.
Ensure Universal precautions and infection control, fire, safety and sanitation practices and procedures are followed; and promptly report any hazardous conditions and equipment.