Environmental Service Worker Full-Time at Episcopal SeniorLife Communities

Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Aug, 26

Salary

17.25

Posted On

27 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sanitization, Floor Maintenance, Waste Disposal, Chemical Handling, Inventory Monitoring, Customer Service, Deep Cleaning, Vacuuming, Mopping, Dusting

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Episcopal SeniorLife Communities Mission: We provide high quality services from skilled nursing and restorative care to housing, assisted living and community-based wellness programs. We are committed to meeting each individual’s needs, in a culturally competent manner, supporting family and loved ones through transitions, and fulfilling our pledge…Life. Inspired Every Day. Environmental Service Worker Full-Time, Every Other Weekend Required Day Shift 7a-3p Pay Rate: $17.25 / Hourly The Environmental Services Worker is responsible to maintain a clean, sanitary, comfortable and tidy environment for residents and staff at Episcopal Church Home. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintain cleanliness in all resident rooms Collect all resident and office trash and clean trash cans as needed Clean all bathroom fixtures, commodes and floors; stock paper supplies in resident rooms according to departmental procedure. Dust and polish all surfaces and furniture according to departmental procedure Mop or vacuum resident room flooring according to departmental procedure Maintain organization of all resident furniture and belongings according to departmental procedure Clean surfaces of desks, tables, cabinets, sinks and floors in kitchenettes and utility rooms according to departmental procedure Deep clean resident room as scheduled by departmental procedure. Vacuum lobby, lounges, offices, and hallways and resident dining areas Maintain cleanliness of elevator walls and floors Assist in the transfer and/or discharge of residents Pack resident belongings in boxes, label all boxes and furniture and move to designated location (room or storage) the scheduled day of transfer/discharge Assist new resident in moving belongings into new room the scheduled day of admission Assist in the set-up/take-down of special functions Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment to include housekeeping closet and cart Properly dilute and use all chemicals daily in accordance with departmental procedures. Maintain label on all dispenser bottles for all chemicals daily in accordance with departmental policy Wear appropriate protective clothing/devices whenever performing tasks requiring the handling of infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids according to facility policy and as observed by supervisor Monitor inventory of supplies such as paper towels, soap, toilet paper Report any hazardous conditions or equipment malfunctions to supervisor Attend all staff meetings and departmental in-services Once successfully trained, the following job functions may apply: Perform cleaning and maintenance of all floors: tile and carpet Strips and waxes floors according to schedule Buffs floors Cleans lights, sprinklers, and vents Carpet cleaning with extractor Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Six months’ environmental services experience preferred, preferably in a health care setting. Minimum high school diploma or equivalent or willingness and ability to learn procedures necessary for position. Ability to receive and give written and oral directions. Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, vendors and the general public. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performing duties of this job requires prolonged walking and standing. Must be able to regularly lift 30 pounds and occasional lift 50 pounds without assistance and the ability to sit, talk, and hear is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of essential job duties are performed indoors, in a normal office environment. The employee may be exposed to temperature fluctuations. This position will be required to provide direct care or have access to resident property or belongings. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The work is performed within established guidelines, and requires periodic supervision. The employee exercises some initiative and independent judgment to effectively perform the essential job duties of this position. RESPONSIBILITY FOR OTHERS: The employee has no responsibility for others. May assist in training new staff. SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES: Shall be fully acquainted with all safety policies and procedures of Episcopal SeniorLife Communities. Takes an active role in all fire drills during the shift and/or emergencies for internal and external disasters as monitored by supervisor and incident manager. Must comply with facility in-service requirements. Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the organization, residents, participants, family and staff, that may be encountered, either formally or informally, during the normal course of business. This includes medical and treatment records, financial and human resources information. Episcopal SeniorLife Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, sanitary, and tidy environment for residents and staff through regular cleaning of rooms, common areas, and bathrooms. Assist with resident transfers, discharge packing, and the setup of special functions.