Housekeeper PT
About The Position
The Housekeeper works under direct supervision to perform housekeeping and/or laundry duties and maintain the community in an orderly, clean, and sanitary condition. The role demonstrates SRIM’s Golden Rule by treating residents, families, and associates with respect, kindness, and compassion. The position also supports residents and the community by assisting in dining and leisure activities, responding courteously to requests, and helping maintain a safe environment. The employee is considered essential personnel during emergencies or inclement weather and may be required to report to or remain at the community until released by a supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
- Ability to apply common-sense understanding to detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Follow the established cleaning schedule, including daily dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping in common areas.
- Deep-clean resident rooms according to the established schedule and clean administrative offices as scheduled.
- Clean and sanitize bathrooms; clean carpets and mop floors upon request.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents and others in the community.
- Promote a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, families, visitors, and associates; respond promptly and courteously to requests for assistance.
- Interact with residents with empathy, kindness, compassion, and respect, and communicate in a language each resident can understand.
- Maintain a safe and secure work environment, use safe working habits and good body mechanics, and promptly report hazards to a supervisor.
- Assist associates when requested or required and provide hands-on assistance to nursing staff when requested or needed.
- Follow established policies and procedures during emergencies; report to or remain at the community during emergencies or inclement weather until released by a supervisor.
- Work cooperatively with associates and management, maintain a positive and respectful attitude, and comply with attendance and call-off policies.
- Attend or participate in training, in-service sessions, and mandatory meetings; follow the established dress code.
- Refer family and visitor inquiries about resident issues to the immediate nursing supervisor and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Participate in resident leisure activities as described in the activity calendar.
- Serve and assist residents in the dining room at breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
- Willingly take on special projects or assignments outside regular duties and perform other reasonable assigned duties.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
