Housekeeping Aide
About The Position
The Housekeeping Aide plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents and guests. This position involves performing a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure that all areas are hygienic and well-organized. The Housekeeping Aide will be responsible for upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation, which directly impacts the comfort and satisfaction of those we serve. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality are essential, as the aide will be expected to follow established protocols and procedures. Provides exceptional customer service to all visitors.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license required.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Time management skills.
- Communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
- Previous experience in housekeeping or a related field is preferred.
- Certification in cleaning or sanitation practices.
- Experience working in a healthcare or residential setting.
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety protocols.
Responsibilities
- Cleans patients’ rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting area, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators and stairways in a timely manner.
- Utilizes the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure, and accordingly to manufacturers recommendations.
- Uses and maintains equipment properly.
- Promote service excellence by demonstrating polite, cooperative and respectful behavior to both internal and external customers. Assists visitors with directions whenever requested.
- Supports other members of the team, specifically as a Laundry Aide when needed.
- Introduces self to patients, families and visitors.
- Observes safety precautions and uses proper safety signage. Reports safety hazards as appropriate.
- Transports trash and infectious waste to appropriate disposal area.
- Replenishes supplies.
- Follows all infection control practices including handwashing techniques, standard precautions and isolation precautions.
- Maintains set quality standards when performing job duties. Safeguard security and confidentiality of data/information according to HIPAA guidelines.
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- life insurance
- a 401(k)-retirement plan
- wellness benefits with on-site fitness center
- a time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
