Housekeeper

Wyoming Behavioral Institute • Casper, WY

260d

About The Position

The Housekeeper position at Wyoming Behavioral Institute is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas of the hospital. This includes a variety of cleaning tasks such as sanitizing, handling linen, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, stocking supplies, cleaning windows, and emptying trash. The role is crucial in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for the hospital's patients. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and hospital cleaning standards, with training provided for specific procedures.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of housekeeping experience, preferably in an inpatient hospital or acute care setting.
• Familiarity with infection control procedures and protocols.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Some high school education with a preference for a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Good mental health and physical condition sufficient to accomplish the work.
• Willingness to support psychiatric patients.
• Ability to work as part of a larger housekeeping team and be self-directed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning tasks of patients' rooms, offices, and public areas as assigned by supervisor.
• Vacuum, dust, mop, sweep, and take out trash.
• Ensure adequate linens are kept in the facility.
• Clean areas with disinfectants.
• Refill supplies (paper products, soap, etc.).
• Keep cleaning supplies and equipment safely stored when not in use and away from patient access when in use.
• Comply with established measures for infection control, OSHA regulations, and Safety/Risk Management plans, policies, and procedures.
• Move furniture (beds, tables, dressers, chairs, desks, etc.) as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED