Housekeeper

About the role

To perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, facility policies as directed by the Housekeeping Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Follow established departmental policies and procedures, including appropriate dress code.
• Meet the Housekeeping Personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services.
• Follow and complete cleaning schedules daily as assigned.
• Maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the department.
• Participate in In-service Education Programs.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to the facility, his/her department, and its policies and procedures.
• Recommend to the Housekeeping Supervisor the equipment and supply needs of the department.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum age of sixteen (16) years.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm.
• Ability to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics enabling these senses to function adequately to meet position requirements.