Housekeeper (TEMP)

Job Type Full-time, TemporaryDescription* FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT (7AM - 3PM) * TEMPORARY POSITION *HOUSEKEEPER SUMMARY: A *5-star* rated skilled nursing facility located in Orange County, New York, that has been trusted by families to care for their loved ones for more than 30 years. We have maintained the highest regard for our mission to provide high quality care to all individuals with respect and compassion through a team approach that focuses on personalized goals in achieving maximum potential and quality of life.The Housekeeping/Laundry Aide is responsible to carry out the duties of either Housekeeping and/or Laundry Departments which include but are not limited to the processing of all linen, Residents personal clothes and/or cleaning of assigned areas.Housekeeper will clean and service resident areas, baths, laboratories, educational facilities, corridors, utility rooms and beds.Housekeeper will dust and damp floors, dust furniture and equipment, cleans windowsills, empties wastebaskets, arrange furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion. Scours and polishes bathtubs, sinks, mirrors and similar fixtures.Housekeeper replenishes supplies of disinfectants, soaps and towels.Housekeeper polishes any metal objects. Clean and polish glass panels in doors and partitions.Keep storage areas in good order and arrange supplies.Clean and disinfect beds, bed stands, utensils, sterilizers and wheelchairs.Empties waste baskets, cleans and relines them.Vacuums carpets, shampoos upholstered furniture, and dusts venetian blinds.Remove drapery and cubical curtains when needed.Clean shower stalls, baths, water fountains, chute doors, fire extinguishers and stationary ice containers.Draw supplies as needed from the Environmental Service Office.Report to the Director of Environmental Services any articles or equipment requiring replacement or repair.Perform other related duties as required and assigned. Requirements Minimum High School Diploma (or equivalent)Housekeeping services experience preferred but not requiredMust have a working knowledge of housekeeping and laundry techniquesMust be flexible with hours and available to work on some weekends and holidays as requiredAbility to work well under pressure and be flexibleAbility to follow written and verbal instructions required*Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED ; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all Salary Description $17.30/hr