Housekeeper - Apache Junction

PACS•Apache Junction, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of all public and common areas, resident rooms, and bathrooms. The role involves ensuring a safe and sanitary environment by following proper cleaning procedures and utilizing supplies and equipment correctly. The Housekeeper also plays a role in identifying and reporting safety concerns and supply needs to the appropriate management personnel.

Requirements

High School Diploma or a GED.
Ability to read and understand procedure and instruction manuals and directions.
Basic math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Fluent in written and spoken English.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Regularly required to sit, kneel, stand, walk and talk, read or hear.
Some use of office related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, calculator.
Daily use of housekeeping supplies and equipment.
Excellent customer skills and positive attitude.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to work independently or with a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a long term care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain all public and common areas throughout the day including lobby, restrooms, drinking fountains and floors.
Maintain the cleanliness of resident rooms and bathrooms.
Maintain handrails to ensure they are clean and free of debris.
Clean and remove dust, dirt or food off walls, mirrors, windows, light fixtures, towel bars, towel dispensers.
Empty trash cans and replace liners.
Sweep and mop floors.
Utilize proper safety measures when cleaning, including the use of caution signage and keeping supplies and chemicals out of reach of the residents.
Use supplies and equipment in a safe manner by following the user manual instructions.
Maintain housekeeping carts, equipment and storage areas in a safe, sanitary, clean and orderly manner.
Notify the Director of Housekeeping, Administrator, or Director of Nursing immediately regarding resident safety issues or concerns.
Notify the Director of Housekeeping when supplies are needing replenished.