Housekeeper

This position is responsible for ensuring all assigned areas of the nursing home are clean, neat, and orderly, in conjunction with Gentle Care Strategies policies and procedures. Duties generally include household cleaning and organizing tasks. Position will provide excellent customer service to all assigned clients. The quality of a nursing home is often judged by the cleanliness of the facility. Well-cared-for rooms, cafeteria, common space and kitchens indicate a concern not only for the health of the residents but also for their happiness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: • Portray a positive company image and engage in professional and friendly communications with all clients and prospects • Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization • Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, cafeteria and other work areas in accordance with Company specifications • Change resident bedding as needed or as instructed by nursing staff. • Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies, using vacuum cleaners and/or other related appliances • Empty wastebaskets and dispose of trash and waste in designated areas • Provides excellent customer service • Performs other duties, as assigned • Completes work assignments in a timely manner. • Utilizes the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure. • Reports safety hazards as appropriate. • Transports trash and hazardous waste to appropriate disposal area. • Replenishes supplies. • Follows all infection control practices including hand washing techniques, Standard Precautions and isolation precautions. • Observes safety precautions at all times.