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Housekeeper

Housekeeper

Felder ServicesCorporate , Mobile, AL, US
30+ days ago
Job description

Education / Experience

  • High school or equivalent preferred.
  • On-the-job training provided.

Essential Job Functions

  • Perform day-to-day housekeeping activities in accordance with daily work assignments.
  • Coordinate daily housekeeping services with management when performing routine cleaning assignments in resident / patient living and / or recreational areas.
  • Clean / polish furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating / cooling units, etc., in resident / patient room, recreational areas, etc., daily as instructed.
  • Clean, wash, sanitize and / or polish bathroom fixtures. Remove water marks from fixtures.
  • Clean windows / mirrors in resident / patient rooms, common area, bathrooms and entrance / exit ways.
  • Clean walls and ceilings by washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, and deodorizing, etc.
  • Remove dirt, dust, grease, film, etc., from surfaces using proper cleaning / disinfecting solutions.
  • Clean shower rooms.
  • Replenish laundry chemicals in machines as necessary, following appropriate safety procedures.
  • Discard waste / trash into proper containers and re-line trash receptacle with plastic liner.
  • Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with established sanitation procedures.
  • Clean and store work / supply carts, equipment, etc., at end of shift.
  • Inform supervisor of supply needs.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor, to include any special projects.
  • Maintain punctual and regular attendance on the job site.
  • Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.
  • Develop and maintain a good working relationship with staff, resident / patients, and visitors.
  • Remain alert and awake on the job.

    • Responsibilities

  • Ensure adequate supply of housekeeping supplies is maintained in janitorial closet necessary to perform daily task.
  • Ensure that cleaning schedules are followed.
  • Ensure that department is maintained in a clean and safe manner.
  • Participate in staff development programs and staff meetings.
  • Carry out assignments in a prompt and efficient manner.
  • Ensure the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials and / or hazardous wastes or chemicals.
  • Report immediately any work-related injury, occupational exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemical to the supervisor.
  • Follow established infection control procedures when performing duties.
  • Report immediately all grievances and complaints, all allegations of resident / patient abuse, neglect and / or misappropriation of resident / patient property, all incidents / accidents, no matter how minor, all unsafe / hazardous conditions or defective equipment, either by resident / patients or family to supervisor.
  • Maintain confidentiality of resident / patient and company information.
  • Treat all resident / patients fairly, with kindness, dignity, and respect.
  • Comply with policies and procedures.
  • Adhere to work assignments.
  • Adhere to dress code.

    • Specific Requirements

  • Must be able to read and write the English language.
  • Must be able to follow oral and written instructions concerning the mixing of laundry detergents and other liquids.
  • Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
  • Must possess flexibility.
  • Must demonstrate sensitivity to the special needs of resident / patients.

    • Working Conditions

  • Subject to frequent interruptions.
  • Subject to being involved with resident / patients, personnel, visitors, government agencies / personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
  • Subject to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
  • Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.
  • Subject to hostile and emotionally upset resident / patients, family members, personnel, and visitors.
  • Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
  • Subject to handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
  • Subject to working around resident / patients’ pets (animals).

    • Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to move about consistently throughout the workday.
  • Must be able to reach, bend, and / or stoop intermittently throughout the workday.
  • Must be able to walk / stand 75% of the day.
  • Must be able to push, pull, move, and / or carry up to 50 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
  • Must be able to push, pull, or move a minimum of 100 pounds utilizing proper body mechanics and assistance.
  • Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
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