Housekeeper

Phoenix Senior Living•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

The Housekeeper performs housekeeping activities throughout the community, including resident rooms and common areas. Duties include dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, laundry, carpet cleaning, bathroom and counter cleaning, window cleaning, and trash removal. The role also involves restocking bistros, bathrooms, and resident rooms with appropriate paper products and soap, following room and common-area cleaning checklists, and reporting major repair needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of job-related experience.
Understanding of infection control procedures.
Ability to multitask and manage stress.
Understanding of and commitment to the assisted living philosophy.
Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours, and to be available during peak service-delivery days and times.
Written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Follow detailed cleaning worksheets or checklists for each room and common area.
Prepare cleaning solutions by mixing water and detergents in appropriate containers according to specifications.
Follow procedures for using chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors and walls in common areas and resident rooms.
Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment, moving furniture as needed.
Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate cleaning supplies.
Adjust heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, including changing filters when needed.
Gather and empty trash.
Remove debris from outdoor porches, the parking lot, and the dumpster area.
Restock common-area and resident bathrooms with toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, and liquid soap.
Replace light bulbs throughout the community.
Clean suites occupied by two residents twice a week.
Document and notify a supervisor of major repairs or additions needed to building operating systems using the maintenance log and housekeeping checklist.