Housekeeping Aide - PT - Day/Weekend

CHSGa•Soperton, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Treutlen County Health & Rehab is hiring a part-time Housekeeping Aide for day and weekend work. The role performs cleaning and housekeeping duties throughout the center, including resident rooms, bathrooms, dining areas, floors, carpets, glass surfaces, porches, and walkways. The aide follows cleaning schedules and infection-control procedures, uses isolation techniques when needed, respects patient rights and belongings, and handles chemicals and equipment safely. The position also includes maintaining bathroom supplies, inspecting and caring for equipment, reporting repair needs, and contributing to collaborative efforts and the center’s service standards. The position pays $14.20 per hour, with weekly pay. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. The role requires basic knowledge of cleaning principles and chemical safety, effective communication, and the ability to read instructions, write routine reports, perform basic arithmetic, and apply common-sense reasoning. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word is listed.

Requirements

Understand basic cleaning principles and safety related to handling chemicals.
Communicate effectively with associates, patients, family members, and visitors, providing a warm, friendly, and helpful demeanor.
Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups.
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Sweep, damp mop, and wet mop tile floors; occasionally spray buff, strip, or wax floors according to center procedures and use wet floor signs.
Report carpeted areas requiring cleaning or spot removal and vacuum carpeted rooms as applicable.
Dust and damp-clean surfaces in patient rooms according to center procedures.
Empty trash cans, clean them inside and out, and replace liners.
Clean bathroom sinks, fixtures, toilets, and glass surfaces such as mirrors, pictures, and windows.
Clean behind and underneath furnishings, moving furniture according to center procedures; turn bed mattresses after cleaning.
Clean dining areas after breakfast and lunch by wiping tables, sweeping, and mopping.
Change soiled privacy curtains and draperies as needed; remove and rehang exterior-window curtains and draperies using a ladder.
Sweep outdoor porches and walkways and pick up improperly discarded trash.
Follow supervisor-established cleaning schedules and infection-control standards; use isolation techniques as needed.
Respect patient rights and treat patients and their belongings with dignity while cleaning rooms.
Safeguard chemicals, follow the precautions stated on their MSDS, and keep chemicals locked or in sight.
Assist with proper care and use of housekeeping equipment, supplies, and storage areas; clean and store equipment at the end of each shift and inspect it before use.
Report equipment repair needs to the Maintenance Department.
Maintain adequate bathroom supplies, including soap, lotion, paper towels, and toilet tissue.
Prevent or remove wax and dirt buildup in corners, around baseboards, and in doorways.
Promote the System’s image and reputation through servant leadership and direct, open communication.
Contribute to committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts.
Perform other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System.