Housekeeper at Ohio Living

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cleaning, Housekeeping, Customer Service, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Communication, Safety Practices, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Organization, Infection Control, Record Keeping, Dependability, Adaptability, Efficiency, Quality Assurance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job. Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, inclusion, financial stewardship, leadership and care. The Housekeeping Associate is responsible for the day-to-day cleaning activities in resident and patient homes, patient rooms, common areas, and administrative offices within the life plan community in accordance with the company standards and current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure that patient homes and/or the life plan community are maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner. Essential Activities and Tasks Operations Management - 75% Dusts furniture, tables, window ledges, lights, beds, high pipes, and other dusting. Empties and cleans waste cans and replaces liners in waste cans if present. Cleans and polishes tables, fixtures, furnishings, and woodwork. Cleans, washes, and disinfects bathroom sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and floors, and polishes chrome bathroom fixtures. Cleans windows and mirrors in bathrooms, entrance/exit ways, patio doors, etc. Cleans all floors and baseboards by disinfecting, sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, waxing, buffing, etc. Vacuums carpets and carpeted stairways. Cleans walls and ceilings by wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, etc. Ensures that work area are clean (i.e. cart, car, and/or closet for supplies) and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are in proper working order. Ensures that an adequate supply of housekeeping and cleaning supplies are maintained. Quality, Compliance, and Risk Management - 10% Ensures that established quality assurance, infection control, and universal precaution practices are maintained when performing housekeeping procedures. For community employees, reports any damage or repairs to facilities, supplies, or equipment needing done to the supervisor. Willingly and consistently shares observations and insights of departmental operations that may improve quality and efficiencies of department. Attends all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or as directed. Customer Relations and Service Delivery - 10% Listens and responds to resident, patient, and staff member needs. Honors resident and patient personal and property rights when performing housekeeping duties. Administration and Reporting - 5% Maintains current and accurate records through use of computers and/or other documentation in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Tenth grade education required. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience One year of housekeeping experience preferred. On-the-job training provided. Knowledge of cleaning and general housekeeping methods and equipment preferred. Knowledge with care of various types of floors and the respective appropriate cleaning materials and equipment to use preferred. Other Requirements Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Working Conditions and Special Requirements Sitting - Up to 1 hour/day Standing - Up to 8 hours/day Walking - Up to 8 hours/day Lifting, transferring, pushing or pulling residents/patients or equipment/supplies - Up to 50 pounds Driving - Up to 3 hours/day Work weekends, evenings, and holidays - Required as scheduled Subject to residents/patients with various disease processes - Occasional Subject to falls, burns, odors, and cuts - Work day May be exposed to infectious waste, disease, conditions, etc. including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses - Work day Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases - I Across our 11 life plan communities, we offer a range of options from independent living apartments and villas to specialized memory care and everything in between. Whether it's a helping hand or skilled nursing care, we're here to provide support at every stage of life's journey. But our commitment doesn't stop at our doorstep. Between Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice and Ohio Living Palliative Medicine, we extend our care to over 10 million Ohioans in the 43 counties we serve. We also offer provider-owned physician and nurse practitioner services, a Medicare Advantage plan, and pharmacy services — because health and wellness go hand in hand. The Ohio Living Foundation raises millions of dollars each year to support the people and programs of Ohio Living. From charity care to special programs and beyond, they’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve and ensuring that no one is left behind. At Ohio Living, our mission is that heart of all we do. For over 100 years, it has been our promise to care, to support, and to enrich the lives of our residents and communities.

Responsibilities

The Housekeeping Associate is responsible for the day-to-day cleaning activities in resident and patient homes, patient rooms, common areas, and administrative offices. This role ensures that these areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner in accordance with company and regulatory standards.