Housekeeping Aide

Bethany Village • Town of Horseheads, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

General cleaning and upkeep of Manor and/or Courtyards facilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma/ GED required for this position.
• Ability to read and write is required.
• Some specialized training in chemical handling may also be required.
• Must be able to communicate with residents, staff, and the families of residents.

Nice To Haves

• Task centeredness, punctuality, and a pleasant demeanor are beneficial to successful performance in this position.

Responsibilities

• Daily and weekly general cleaning of facility.
• Dust all tables, chairs, desks, cabinets, lamps/light fixtures, wall vents, handrails, ceiling fans, baseboards, and blinds.
• Daily cleaning of resident’s rooms, bathrooms and common areas.
• Daily cleaning of laundry rooms: cleans inside and outside of washers/dryers & empties lint traps, daily washing of mops and rags.
• Monthly cleaning of screens & windows inside and out in common areas, cleaning as needed in resident’s rooms.
• Cleaning floors and carpets, mopping and vacuuming as needed, carpet extraction and stain removal, following proper floor care procedures.
• Reports to Environmental Services Coordinator if supplies are low.
• Informs the Environmental Services Coordinator immediately of any malfunction of equipment or any hazardous condition.
• Adheres to all established safety regulations; demonstrates safe and proper techniques for chemical/cleaning solution use, stocking housekeeping carts, and equipment usage.
• Assist Laundry Department as needed.
• Responsible for adherence to cleaning schedules.
• Checks sofas, tables, chairs, desks, cabinets, lamps/light fixtures, wall vents, handrails, ceiling fans, baseboards, and blinds.
• Keep housekeeping cart & equipment clean; set-up for following usage.
• Trash removal.
• Attend all required meetings, in-services, or special trainings.
• All others as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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