Housekeeper

Responsibilities

• Perform all housekeeping activities such as dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, laundry, shampooing carpets, scrubbing bathrooms, cleaning counters, taking out the trash and cleaning windows.
• Restock common area bistro’s and bathrooms, resident rooms and bathrooms with the appropriate paper products and hand soap.
• Follow detailed cleaning worksheet/checklist for each room and common area.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Clean community common area and resident room(s) floors and walls by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and / or vacuuming.
• Steam clean or shampoo carpet.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines and equipment which include moving furniture around.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaner, sponges and squeegees.
• Make adjustments to heating, cooling and ventilation system which may include changing filters.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Remove debris from outdoor porches, parking lot and dumpster area.
• Ensure all bathrooms (common area, resident) are stocked with toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex and liquid and soap.
• Replace light bulbs throughout the community.
• Ensure all suites that have 2 residents residing are cleaned twice a week.
• Notify supervisor, by documenting in the maintenance log and housekeeping checklist, concerning the need for major repairs or additions to the building operating systems.

Requirements

• Educational Requirement: High School Diploma/GED required
• Experience: One (1) year job related experience
• Skills: Understanding of infection control procedures, multi-tasking, managing stress, ability to embrace the assisted living philosophy, ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, effective communication skills.