Housekeeper

Phoenix Senior Living•Priceville, AL

About The Position

The Housekeeper performs housekeeping activities in the community, including dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, laundry, carpet cleaning, bathroom scrubbing, cleaning counters and windows, and taking out trash. The role also involves restocking paper products and hand soap in common-area bistros, bathrooms, resident rooms, and resident bathrooms. The Housekeeper follows cleaning worksheets and checklists for rooms and common areas; prepares cleaning solutions; and uses chemical cleaners and powered equipment according to procedures to avoid damage. Duties include cleaning floors, walls, furniture, windows, and mirrors; changing heating, cooling, and ventilation filters when needed; removing debris from outdoor areas; replacing light bulbs; and recording repair needs in the maintenance log and housekeeping checklist. Suites occupied by two residents must be cleaned twice a week.

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.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours and to be available during peak service-delivery days and times.

Responsibilities

Follow detailed cleaning worksheets and 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 powered equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Clean community common-area and resident-room floors and walls by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming.
Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment, including moving furniture as needed.
Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate cleaners and equipment.
Make adjustments to heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, which may include changing filters.
Gather and empty trash.
Remove debris from outdoor porches, the parking lot, and the dumpster area.
Stock common-area and resident bathrooms with toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, and liquid soap.
Restock common-area bistros and resident rooms with appropriate paper products and hand soap.
Replace light bulbs throughout the community.
Clean suites with two residents twice a week.
Document the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems in the maintenance log and housekeeping checklist, and notify the supervisor.