Housekeeping Aide

About the role

Elderwood Residences at Wheatfield is seeking a full-time Housekeeping Aide to join our team.

Schedule

Available schedule is Monday‑Friday 8am‑4pm.

Pay

Salary $16.10 - $18.31 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of general areas and assigned rooms of residents.
• Help move personal belongings of residents and clean and disinfect floor, furniture, bed and bathroom according to accepted procedures when a resident is discharged or transferred to another room.
• Follow safety rules, and where applicable, maintain vigilance concerning fire regulations and hazards as stated in procedures.
• Practice infection control principles in cleaning methods and personal hygiene.
• Keep cleaning compounds and hazardous substances stored properly for the protection of residents and staff.
• Collect and dispose of trash and other refuse in such a manner that prevents the transmission of disease and does not create a nuisance or fire hazard, nor a breeding place for insects and rodents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Custodial, janitorial, housekeeping and/or laundry experience preferred.
• Individuals under 18 years of age must be excluded from the usage of dangerous equipment such as compactors.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors.
• To ensure a safe work environment and permit unfettered communication, the employee must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level.