Summary of Duties

This position is responsible for the cleaning of all common spaces and resident rooms. Must have the ability to follow proper procedures and practices. Must have a natural affinity for seniors and a genuine concern for their well-being. Must be able to assess changes in residents and communicate the changes to management.

Essential Functions

• Follow established performance standards and perform duties according to policies and procedures.

• Dust wall vents, handrails, ceiling fans, baseboards, furniture, and blinds.

• Vacuum and spot clean carpets and shampoo, as directed.

• Vacuum and spot clean sofa/chairs.

• Checks for and remove marks from walls.

• Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms, refills paper towel, toilet paper, and soap dispensers.

• Always maintains chemicals in properly labeled containers and keeps housekeeping cart stocked; Ensure residents do not have access to chemicals by locking carts and storage rooms.

• Collect and empty trash.

• Follow proper cleaning and infection control techniques.

• Identify special resident problems and report them immediately to supervisor and/or seek assistance from supervisor, when necessary.

• Notify maintenance of items which need attention including burned out light bulbs and safety hazards at a minimum.

• Identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action.

• Use wet floor/safety hazard signs when cleaning hard surface floors in public areas.

• Participate in educational programs, staff meetings, and in-services as provided.

• Comply and be held accountable for federal, state, and local regulations.

• Listen to resident and/or family concerns/complaints and report them to supervisor.

• Maintain emotional composure and stay calm in all situations.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

• Must be able to work with hazardous chemicals.

• Must enjoy working in a team environment and willing to support others on the team as requested by supervisor.

Non-Essential Functions

• Supports and participates in the resident centered activity programs.

• Participates in projects or committees as assigned.

• Attends all associate meetings including in-service education and associate functions, as requested by supervisor.

• Assists in variety of tasks involving residents as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

• Possess genuine loving and caring attitude for seniors, ability to relate to residents and staff in a courteous and diplomatic manner under all circumstances.

• Ability to read, speak, and write in English.

• High School or GED equivalent preferred.

• Some experience working in a hospitality setting or a senior community is helpful, but not required.

• Complete all required employment screenings including criminal background check and drug screenings.

• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds; Must be able to lift, carry, stand, bend, squat, crawl, reach, kneel, push, pull, and twist using good body mechanics for sustained periods of time.