Housekeeper (Environmental Services Technician) at LindenGrove Menomonee Falls

About the role

LindenGrove Menomonee Falls, an Illuminus Community, is hiring for a Housekeeper (Environmental Services Tech). We are passionate about offering holistic, transformative care and helping those in need rediscover their light within.

This part-time position is responsible for the cleanliness and servicing of an assigned area, care and cleaning of resident rooms, apartments, common areas, and employee work areas. The pay rate is $15.94-$17.73 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
• Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
• Perform various cleaning tasks in assigned area of skilled nursing, assisted living and independent living.
• Cross-train to work in all areas of the community.
• Perform periodic jobs such as wall washing, drapery/curtain washing, vents, blinds, etc.
• Clean up unexpected accidents, spills, blood, and body wastes.
• Operate floor-cleaning machine, buffers, wet/dry vacuum, etc.
• Be aware of Material Safety Data Sheets information for all Housekeeping areas.
• Know all safety codes, i.e. fire, tornado, disaster, etc.
• Be knowledgeable of all chemicals, disinfectants, equipment, supplies and the appropriate use in all areas of the hospital and clinics.
• Will use personal protective equipment (PPE) when dealing with blood and body fluids following standard universal precautions.
• Will read and adhere to resident rights agreement & report any violations immediately.
• Will only perform tasks in which they have been trained and will not operate equipment without proper instruction.
• Will maintain a calm, composed attitude when dealing with difficult residents and families.
• Will maintain good attendance and take breaks only as assigned.
• Will work cooperatively with all disciplines.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to all individuals.
• Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to understand and retain instructions and organize tasks.
• Tolerant of interruptions and flexible when changes occur.
• Tolerant of hands being repeatedly exposed to water, lotions, chemicals or protective gloves.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school degree or equivalent required.