Housekeeper
Blakeford Senior Life · Nashville, TN · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Responsibilities
- Receives assignments from supervisor.
- Follows established cleaning schedules (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) as outlined for the housekeeping department.
- Thoroughly cleans assigned areas, furnishings, and fixtures according to established housekeeping procedures.
- Cleans floors with dry mop, wet mops, sweeps, waxes, scrubs, disinfects where and when necessary.
- Performs emergency housekeeping where necessary.
- Cleans moveable and stationary furnishing and fixtures.
- Dusts, spot cleans, or washes, disinfects when necessary, polishes where required, changes, washes, dries linens and remakes beds.
- This includes the cleaning of ledges, shelves, vents, etc.
- Empties and cleans ashtrays.
- Empties, cleans and relines waste baskets.
- Straightens or rearranges furniture as directed.
- Inspects furnishings for wear and defects and reports to supervisor.
- Cleans carpeting: vacuuming, shampoos, as directed.
- Cleans bathrooms (resident, private, public): Cleans and disinfects all fixtures, floors, and walls, as directed.
- Washes windows and mirrors.
- Replenishes bathroom supplies.
- Cleans walls, windows, door and ceilings: Spot cleans between washing, disinfects when necessary.
- Walls, ceilings and ceiling fixtures are cleaned as scheduled.
- Cleans all horizontal surfaces daily or as required, removing dust, dirt or greasy film, using disinfectants when necessary.
- Performs cleaning duties according to established procedures in resident rooms when resident has been discharged, or transferred and prepares room for new occupant.
- Interacts with co-workers, physicians, residents and all other customers in a manner which encourages harmonious working relationships, enhances the image and reputation of the facility and promotes positive customer relations.
- Supports the facility’s mission statement by dependability in attendance, punctuality, maintaining confidentiality, the timely completion of assignments, and attention to principles of professional ethics and quality service.
- Has a commitment to professional and personal growth through development of skills and knowledge, as well as improvement in the facility’s performance.
- Ensures the rights, dignity and confidentiality of all residents is maintained.
- All other duties as assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- At least 6 months of general work experience.
- Safety‑minded approach to work.
- Naturally compassionate approach to service.
- Bi‑lingual in Spanish is a plus.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, vision insurance and other benefits
- Company‑paid life and short‑term disability
- On‑site team member gym
- Paid time off with cashout option
- 403(b) with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
- Award‑winning team member appreciation events