Full Time Days Housekeeper at Sunset Home

Quincy, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Housekeeping, Cleaning, Sanitizing, Dusting, Vacuuming, Disinfecting, Reporting, Coordination, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Flexibility, Independent Decision Making, Emotional Stability

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description PURPOSE OF YOUR JOB POSITION The primary purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day Housekeeping duties in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility, and as may be directed by the Director, to assure the facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY As the Housekeeper, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. JOB FUNCTIONS Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES Perform day-to-day housekeeping functions as assigned. Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments. Clean/polish furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, etc., in recreational areas, etc., daily as instructed. Clean, wash, sanitize, and/or polish bathroom fixtures in common areas. Assure that watermarks are removed from fixtures. Clean windows, recreational areas, bathrooms, and entrance/exit ways. Assure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical. Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor no matter how minor they may be. Such accidents/incidents should be reported immediately. Coordinate daily housekeeping services with Director when performing routine cleaning assignments in resident living and/or recreational areas. Clean floors, to include sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, disinfecting, etc., (Note: Assure that appropriate caution/safety signs are properly set up prior to performing such duties, and that signs are taken down once these duties are completed) Clean carpets, to include vacuuming, shampooing, deodorizing, and disinfecting as directed by supervisor. Clean walls and ceilings by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, etc. Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc., from surfaces using proper cleaning/disinfecting solutions. Clean hallways, stairways, and elevators. Discard waste/trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacles with plastic liners. Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored at all times. Perform terminal cleaning procedures, as instructed, when a resident leaves and/or transfers to another apartment. Clean guest apartments when instructed by supervisor. Pick up trash according to the facility’s policies and procedures. Lock and/or unlock exterior doors of the facility as directed by your supervisor. Other duties that may become necessary, or as directed by your supervisor. Requirements EDUCATION Must possess, as a minimum, a high-school education. EXPERIENCE None required. On-the-job training provided. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must be able to follow instructions. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of housekeeping areas. Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning. Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing housekeeping practices. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents and other personnel. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. Must be able to relate to, and work with, ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility. May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., a minimum of 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds, throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

The Housekeeper is responsible for performing daily housekeeping functions to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in accordance with facility standards. This includes cleaning various areas, reporting incidents, and coordinating with the Director for routine assignments.