Housekeeper

Sunrise Senior Living • Olympia Fields, IL

68d

About The Position

The Housekeeper is responsible for performing housekeeping and laundry functions in order to create a safe, secure, and inviting environment for residents, families, and team members while meeting and exceeding Sunrise quality service standards.

Requirements

• High School diploma / GED preferred.
• Able to provide housekeeping and laundry services in a resident centered environment, which meet or exceed Sunrise's quality standards.
• Desire to work with seniors.

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping duties in resident suites, public areas, and support areas as assigned while meeting or exceeding Sunrise's quality standards.
• Perform cleaning duties according to schedule in assigned areas such as resident suites, bathrooms, common areas and offices.
• Sweep, dust, dust mop, and wet mop all flooring; spot clean and vacuum floors, rugs, carpets, and runners.
• Clean, sanitize, and polish lavatory, shower, and sink fixtures.
• Dust, wash, sponge mop, sanitize and hand shampoo furniture, dust desk and floor lamps, and clean and polish glass surfaces, woodwork, walls, and windowsills.
• Knock on resident's doors before entering and respect their privacy during the cleaning process.
• Maintain equipment and supplies needed to perform work in a clean and orderly condition.
• Transport supplies, to include clean and soiled linen, to the appropriate storage and collection areas.
• Collect trash and maintain trash receptacles and collection areas in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Collect, clean, and redistribute the community laundry.
• Sort, wash, and dry linens properly following approved laundry procedures.
• Fold, count, and stack linens following approved laundry procedures.
• Inspect linens routinely for wear and tear, identify worn and torn linens, and follow the community's Standard Operating Procedure for damaged linens.
• Maintain the commercial laundry in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition.
• Assist Care Managers and Department Coordinators with resident care when requested.
• Practice positive resident relations following our Sunrise Shared Values; respond to resident requests and direct resident feedback and requests to immediate supervisor and or Care Manager.
• Review, read, notate, and initial Daily Log to document and learn about pertinent information and any resident's physical and behavioral changes.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals are kept stored and locked when not in use.
• Ensure any cords, carts, equipment, and other hazards are always kept out of the way, not blocking exits and in compliance with fire codes.
• Partner with community team to ensure community is in compliance with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements.
• Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.
• Maintain equipment and supplies to avoid waste and damage to areas and equipment and to prevent accidents.
• Comply with all infection control techniques, placement of bio-hazard containers and removal techniques, procedures, and policies.
• Participate as a member of a team and commit to working toward team goals.
• Demonstrate in daily interactions with others, our Team Member Credo.
• Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service.
• Contribute to the overall engagement programs and processes including participating in the team member engagement survey and engagement improvement planning workshops.
• Attend regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Supervisor/Department Coordinator.
• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans.
• Retirement Savings Plans.
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program.
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay.
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees