Housekeeper | Nursing Home 7am to 3pm

The Pines at Philadelphia Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center combines the warmth of a close-knit community with a commitment to exceptional clinical care, creating an environment where residents receive personalized attention, and employees have the support they need to excel.

About the role

The Housekeeping Aide ensures that the facility is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at all times to provide for the care and welfare of the residents in a healthful environment. They also ensure that good housekeeping services are performed in every department of the facility and are planned in cooperation with the department head.

Responsibilities

• Follows specific cleaning and service instructions as outlined by the Director of Environmental Services.
• Follows cleaning procedures in a safe manner.
• Completes all assignments scheduled in each unit.
• Gives an assigned unit the attention needed to provide a sanitary, odor-free, orderly environment for all concerns.
• Checks stock and notifies supervisor of supply needs.
• Maintains equipment in good working condition and returns it to proper location after use.
• Assists with room changes, as needed.
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.
• Performs other duties as requested.
• Interacts with residents, families, visitors, and employees.
• Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.

Laundry Duties

• Responsible for all in-house laundry, ensuring all linen is clean and presentable with no stains prior to folding.
• Separates all linen, loads washing machines, loads dryers, and then folds linens.
• Identifies and reports preventative or other noticeable maintenance issues in the laundry area.
• Separates linen and loads proper weights in washing machines.
• Empties washing machines and places linens in dryers.
• Takes linen from dryers and folds per specifications.
• Keeps laundry clean and free of debris.
• Takes up any tasks assigned by the supervisors as needed.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team player.
• May be asked to participate in additional duties and special projects designed by the housekeeping supervisor.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Provide annual verification of negative TB skin test.

Skills

• Good physical condition.
• Working knowledge of standard materials.
• Knowledge of techniques and equipment used in cleaning activities.
• Knowledge of cleaning materials and reasons for their use.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to positively interact with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the outside public.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Available
• Same Day Pay
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event "Thankful Thursday"
• Monthly staff giveaways

Schedule

7:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Part Time)