Housekeeping

PurposeTo perform the day to day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, and as may be directed by the Maintenance Director and/or the Executive Director, to ensure that the community is maintained in clean, safe and sanitary manner and to ensure that an adequate supply of linen is on hand at all times to meet the needs of the residents.Essential FunctionsJob FunctionsEnsure that the community is clean, orderly and in an attractive conditionFollow the housekeeping schedule established by the Housekeeping DirectorClean all common areas in the communityClean resident rooms and bathrooms, including but not limited to, dusting, vacuuming, and making beds according to scheduleFamiliar with Material Safety Data Sheets for all housekeeping chemicals and cleaning suppliesAttend training on an annual basisAnd comply with Residents' Right rulesEnsure that equipment, work and supply carts are properly cleaned and storedEnsure that an adequate level of laundry and linen supplies is maintained at all times and advise the Maintenance Director of supply needsAny other tasks, assignments, projects or requests as deemed by managementAttend and participate in orientation, training, in-service educational activities and staff meetings and participate and assist in departmental studies and projects as assignedEnsure that work and cleaning schedules are followedReport all incidents and accidents to the Maintenance DirectorCoordinate daily laundry services with other departments when performing routing laundry assignmentsQualifications:Must be 18 years of age, or olderMust read, write, speak and understand EnglishPatience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderlyMust have upper body strength adequate to bend, lift, shift, move, and/or assist in moving articles of more than twenty-five poundsMust be able to squat, reach, and stretch without distress. Must be able to tolerate extended periods walking and standing