HOUSEKEEPER ON CALL - BLAINE

CREST VIEW CORPORATION•Blaine, MN

2d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for performing general housekeeping duties as assigned and following routine cleaning schedules.

Requirements

High school graduate preferred.
16 years of age or older.
Previous institutional housekeeping experience preferred.
Basic knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge regarding infection control standards according to local, state, and federal guidelines, as well as knowledge of proper housekeeping procedures.
Ability to work with people and establish satisfactory relationships with residents, families, providers, and coworkers.
Ability to use time wisely, working with frequent interruptions and minimal supervision, while prioritizing and organizing duties.
Ability to problem solve and be proactive.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including electronic and telephone communication
Must be able to communicate with staff, family, and residents and to use the telephone, fax, and electronic communication methods
Must have the ability to read typewritten documents.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Role requires frequent bending, squatting, stooping, sitting, walking, standing, pushing and pulling movements.
Willingness to work in an environment where he or she may be subjected to offensive odors, spills, noises, and cleaning chemicals.

Responsibilities

Treat residents, families/responsible parties, staff, volunteers, and visitors with a high level of customer service and respect at all times
Use proper lifting/safety measures at all times
Responsible for overall cleanliness of assigned communities
Follow policies and procedures for routine cleaning schedules and notice and take care of cleaning for non-routine areas if noticed
Maintain adequate supplies in all common area and resident bathrooms
Clean resident apartments/units prior to admission, after discharge, and ongoing per schedule
Clean handrails, walls, and other common touchpoints frequently, using appropriate cleaning techniques and methods
Maintain the safety of residents and employees.
Follow infection control guidelines when conducting the job and encountering residents, including those requiring precautionary measures or isolation.
Report incidents or issues to supervisor as soon as possible
Maintain professional boundaries with residents, families, visitors, volunteers, and other staff
Accepts responsibility for personal and professional growth, serving on committees as designated or voluntarily to promote the organization’s mission
Completes timecard approval, and is present in accordance with attendance policy, and works as scheduled.
Attends mandatory inservices, meetings, and annual required training.
Acts professional in appearance and manner, wearing the official uniform and nametag at all times and has appropriate personal hygiene.
Uses correct handwashing techniques and follows infection control procedures according to facility, local, state, and federal guidelines.
Participates in quality improvement measures.
Has knowledge of and follows facility policies and procedures, Resident Bill of Rights, HIPAA, and Vulnerable Adult Act, observing confidentiality of residents, staff, and the facility.
Other duties as assigned.