Housekeeping Aide

Elderwood • Town of Grand Island, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood at Grand Island is seeking Housekeeping Aides to help provide a neat, clean, and hygienic environment for its residents. This role is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of all facility areas, including resident rooms, common areas, and offices, thereby assisting in ensuring the health and wellbeing of the residents. Full-time or part-time positions are available with a 6am-2pm shift, and all schedules require weekend rotation.

Requirements

• Minimum 16 years of age
• Individuals under 18 years of age must be excluded from the usage of dangerous equipment such as: compactors.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors.
• The employee must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Custodial, janitorial, housekeeping and/or laundry experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of general areas and assigned rooms of residents.
• Help move personal belongings of residents and clean and disinfect floor, furniture, bed and bathroom according to accepted procedures when a resident is discharged or transferred to another room.
• Follow safety rules, and where applicable, maintain vigilance concerning fire regulations and hazards as stated in procedures.
• Practice infection control principles in cleaning methods and personal hygiene.
• Keep cleaning compounds and hazardous substances stored properly for the protection of residents and staff.
• Collect and dispose of trash and other refuse in such a manner that prevents the transmission of disease and does not create a nuisance or fire hazard, nor a breeding place for insects and rodents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED