Housekeeper

The Country Club of La Cholla•Oro Valley, AZ

14d

About The Position

The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning all common spaces and resident rooms while following proper procedures and practices. The role requires a natural affinity for seniors and genuine concern for their well-being. The Housekeeper must assess changes in residents and communicate those changes to management. The position also involves maintaining a safe, clean environment, responding to resident and family concerns, participating in team and educational activities, and supporting residents as assigned.

Requirements

Possess a genuine, caring attitude toward seniors and relate to residents and staff courteously and diplomatically under all circumstances.
Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
Complete required employment screenings, including criminal background and drug screenings.
Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
Ability to lift, carry, stand, bend, squat, crawl, reach, kneel, push, pull, and twist using good body mechanics for sustained periods.
Ability to work with hazardous chemicals.
Ability to remain calm and emotionally composed in all situations.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Some experience in a hospitality setting or senior community is helpful, but not required.
Enjoy working in a team environment and be willing to support other team members.

Responsibilities

Follow established performance standards and perform duties according to policies and procedures.
Dust wall vents, handrails, ceiling fans, baseboards, furniture, and blinds.
Vacuum and spot clean carpets and shampoo them as directed; vacuum and spot clean sofas and chairs.
Check for and remove marks from walls.
Clean and sanitize bathrooms and refill paper towel, toilet paper, and soap dispensers.
Keep chemicals in properly labeled containers, maintain a stocked housekeeping cart, and secure carts and storage rooms so residents cannot access chemicals.
Collect and empty trash.
Follow proper cleaning and infection-control techniques.
Identify special resident problems and promptly report them to a supervisor or seek assistance when necessary.
Notify maintenance of items needing attention, including burned-out light bulbs and safety hazards.
Identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action.
Use wet-floor or safety-hazard signs when cleaning hard-surface floors in public areas.
Participate in educational programs, staff meetings, and in-services as provided.
Comply with federal, state, and local regulations and be accountable for compliance.
Listen to resident and family concerns or complaints and report them to a supervisor.
Maintain emotional composure and remain calm in all situations.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by a supervisor.
Work with hazardous chemicals and support others on the team as requested by a supervisor.
Support and participate in resident-centered activity programs.
Participate in projects or committees as assigned.
Attend associate meetings, including in-service education and associate functions, as requested by a supervisor.
Assist with a variety of resident-related tasks as assigned.