Housekeeper

Ohio Living•Akron, OH

29d

About The Position

The Housekeeping Associate is responsible for day-to-day cleaning activities in resident and patient homes, patient rooms, common areas, and administrative offices within the life plan community. The role follows company standards and applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations to maintain clean, safe, and comfortable environments. The position also supports infection control and quality practices, reports facility or equipment issues, responds to resident, patient, and staff needs, respects personal and property rights, attends meetings and training, and maintains accurate records using computers or other documentation methods. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Tenth-grade education required.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Work weekends, evenings, and holidays as scheduled.
One year of housekeeping experience preferred; on-the-job training is provided.
Knowledge of cleaning and general housekeeping methods and equipment preferred.
Knowledge of care for various types of floors and the appropriate cleaning materials and equipment preferred.
Able to lift, transfer, push, or pull residents/patients or equipment/supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions, including AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of housekeeping experience.
Knowledge of cleaning and general housekeeping methods and equipment.
Knowledge of care for various types of floors and appropriate cleaning materials and equipment.

Responsibilities

Dust furniture, tables, window ledges, lights, beds, high pipes, and other surfaces.
Empty and clean waste cans and replace liners when present.
Clean and polish tables, fixtures, furnishings, and woodwork.
Clean, wash, and disinfect bathroom sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and floors; polish chrome bathroom fixtures.
Clean windows and mirrors in bathrooms, entrance and exit ways, patio doors, and other areas.
Clean floors and baseboards by disinfecting, sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, waxing, buffing, and other methods.
Vacuum carpets and carpeted stairways.
Clean walls and ceilings by wiping, dusting, and spot cleaning.
Keep work areas, carts, cars, and supply closets clean, and ensure equipment, tools, and supplies are in proper working order.
Maintain an adequate supply of housekeeping and cleaning supplies.
Follow established quality assurance, infection control, and universal precaution practices during housekeeping procedures.
Report facility, supply, or equipment damage or needed repairs to the supervisor.
Share observations and insights that may improve departmental quality and efficiency.
Attend all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or directed.
Listen and respond to resident, patient, and staff member needs.
Respect resident and patient personal and property rights while performing housekeeping duties.
Maintain current and accurate records using computers or other documentation in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.