Housekeeper
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 promotes SRIM’s Golden Rule by treating residents, families, and associates with the same care and respect the employee would want to receive. The position also supports resident dignity, safety, and well-being, including responding courteously to requests, assisting with dining and leisure activities, and providing hands-on assistance when requested by nursing staff. Housekeepers are 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.
- Ability to write simple correspondence and effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
- Ability to use common-sense understanding to follow detailed but uncomplicated 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 where applicable.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Follow the established cleaning schedule.
- Dust, vacuum, sweep, and mop common areas daily.
- Deep clean resident rooms according to the established schedule.
- 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 a dignified, 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, using language they can understand.
- Maintain a safe and secure work environment, practice safe working habits and good body mechanics, and immediately report safety hazards to a supervisor.
- Assist associates when requested or required and 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 trainings, in-service sessions, and mandatory meetings; wear clean, appropriate clothing in accordance with the dress code.
- Refer family and visitor inquiries about resident issues to the immediate nursing supervisor and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Provide hands-on assistance when requested or needed by nursing staff while working in the community.
- Participate in resident leisure activities listed on the activity calendar.
- Serve and assist residents in the dining room at breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
- Willingly take on special projects or assignments and perform other reasonable duties as assigned or requested.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
