HOUSEKEEPER PT - BLAINE

CREST VIEW CORPORATION • Blaine, MN

21h • $18 - $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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous institutional housekeeping experience preferred.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees