FT Housekeeper 11:00am-7:00pm (Ephrata Manor)

United Church of Christ Homes • Ephrata, PA

7d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeping Assistant ensures the facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. The role follows cleaning schedules while adjusting for resident-specific needs, coordinates daily housekeeping services with nursing services, and performs cleaning and infection-control procedures. The position works in office and resident areas and may involve exposure to infectious waste, diseases, hazardous chemicals, dust, disinfectants, odors, and potential injury risks. Work beyond normal hours and emergency call-back may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Summarize and relate information.
• Move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• See and hear, or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately for the position's requirements.
• Meet the facility's general health requirements, including a medical and physical examination.
• Relate to and work with people who exhibit emotional instability, confusion, or hostility.
• Lift at least 25 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and carry it at least 25 feet; regularly push, pull, or move more than 50 pounds 300 feet using a mechanical device.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Follow cleaning schedules, adjusting as necessary for resident-specific needs, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and disinfecting.
• Coordinate daily housekeeping services with nursing services.
• Perform routine and terminal isolation procedures according to infection control practices.
• Clean assigned work areas and equipment and properly store equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Discard infectious waste in appropriate containers.
• Use proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and cleaning solutions.
• Report missing or improperly labeled hazardous chemical containers.
• Follow policies governing the use and disposal of personal protective equipment, supplies, and infectious waste.
• Dispose of refuse in accordance with established sanitation procedures.
• Maintain a safe environment for residents and staff.
• Assist with resident evacuation during emergency situations when necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed