Housekeeper I

JOB SUMMARY:

Maintain the internal premises in a clean and sanitary manner, in order to provide for the welfare and care of the residents in a healthy environment.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES:

The following description of job duties and responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and essential functions of the job but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time

This position performs work necessary to keep the facility in a neat, clean, safe, and comfortable manner. This includes cleaning and sanitizing (when needed) resident rooms, bathrooms, public areas, lounges, offices, nurse's stations, med rooms and conference rooms.

Responsible for the cleanliness of assigned area.

Keeps carts, equipment, and area cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.

Cleans all bathrooms (resident and public) stools and bowls, (inside and out), daily. Washes all bathrooms walls, doors and mirrors. Replenishes supplies as needed.

Empties, cleans and relines wastebaskets. Removes trash from resident rooms, lounge areas, offices, conference rooms, etc. and places trash in facility's trash receptacle.

Insures that an adequate linen supply is always available in the linen closets.

Cleans all floor registers, window sills and all flat surfaces daily.

Dust mops and wet mops all uncarpeted areas daily. Cleans hallway walls as needed.

Dusts, vacuums and cleans all lounges, ancillary offices, med rooms, nurse's stations, offices, etc. daily. This includes furniture.

Cleans all shower room floors, walls, mirrors and equipment.

Performs emergency housekeeping where accidents occur.

Assists in inventory control as needed.

Will operate the buffer and assist in stripping and waxing of floors as needed.

Follows written and oral instructions on proper chemical use.

Reports issues of equipment failure, wear, defects, etc. to supervisor.

Protects organization's value by keeping resident's personal health information confidential per HIPAA guidelines.

Adheres to facility's safety and infection control policies.

Participates in and completes all mandatory in-services and educational opportunities as directed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS:

Supports the mission and vision of Marwood through behaviors that reflect and integrate our values, as evidenced by observation, peer and customer feedback:

Acts in the best interest of the customer; keeps customers informed.

Listens to the needs of the customer and responds with empathy.

Presents a caring and professional image.

Protects the safety of residents and co-workers.

Speaks well of Marwood, co-workers and healthcare partners.

Appreciates the contributions and respects the differences of others.

Cooperates with others to achieve a common goal.

Uses time, supplies and equipment with respect.

Improves self and organization through education, innovation and change.

Adheres to McLaren Health System Standards of Conduct, facility's policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Education: High school diploma or GED

Experience: Previous customer service experience preferred

Licensure: n/a

Skills: Must be able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing. Must be organized and able to work as part of a team. Must be able to follow instructions and work independently.

Must be able to follow instructions and work independently.

PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift, push and move equipment, supplies, etc., up to fifty pounds. Ability to use all equipment listed which includes pushing switches, buttons, etc. Must be able to move about in tight spaces and between objects, furniture and equipment. Ability to maneuver equipment such as vacuums, mops, etc., between and around furniture and equipment. Constant standing and walking is required. Frequent twists, bends, kneels, stoops, squats, frequent reaching above, at, or below shoulder level. Ability to climb on a three foot and/or six foot stepladder. Ability to identify a resident within a reasonable distance (approximate 20 feet) to identify a wandering resident. Must have ability to receive verbal instructions. Must be able to respond to audible emergency signal alarms. Must be able to work on moderate details with frequent interruptions. Must be able to attend to tasks lasting 15-60 minutes. Must be able to operate basic equipment. Must be able to remember multiple tasks and assignments over the course of an eight hour shift.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Requisition ID: 26010541
• Daily Work Times: 7:00AM -3:30PM
• Hours Per Pay Period: 80
• On Call: No
• Weekends: Yes