FT Housekeeper 11:00am-7:00pm (Ephrata Manor) at United Church of Christ Homes

Ephrata, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Sep, 26

Salary

20.32

Posted On

27 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cleaning, Disinfecting, Infection Control, Hazardous Chemical Handling, Waste Disposal, Sanitation Procedures, Interpersonal Communication, Physical Stamina

Industry

Health and Human Services

Description

The Housekeeping Assistant ensures the facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. Responsibilities include: Following cleaning schedules, adjusting as necessary for resident-specific needs, to including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and disinfecting; Coordinating daily housekeeping services with nursing services; Performing routine and terminal isolation procedures according to infection control practices; Cleaning assigned work areas and equipment, properly storing equipment, tools, and supplies; Discarding infectious wast into appropriate containers; Following proper techniquest when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning; Reporting missing or improperly labeled containers of hazardous chemicals; Following policies governing the use and disposal of personal protective equipment, supplies, and infectious waste; Disposing of refuse in accordance with established sanitation procedures; and, Maintaining a safe environment for all residents and staff. Working Conditions: Works in office area(s) as well as throughout resident areas; subject to frequent interruptions, and hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors; Works beyond normal working hours when necessary and is subject to call back during emergency conditions (i.e., severe weather, evacuation, post disaster, etc.); Subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants; Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB, HIV and Hepatitis; and, May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Requirements: High school diploma or GED preferred; Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public; Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel; Must be able to summarize and relate information. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday; Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language; Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position; Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met; Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination; Must be able to relate to and work with persons who exhibit emotional instability, confusion, or at times, hostility; Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and be able to carry such weight a minimum distance of 25 feet; using a mechanical device, must regularly be able to push, pull, or move weight in excess of 50 pounds a distance of 300 feet; and, May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Responsibilities

The Housekeeping Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable facility through dusting, mopping, and disinfecting. This includes coordinating with nursing services and following strict infection control and hazardous waste disposal protocols.