Housekeeping

Description

The Housekeeper person understands the importance of "first impressions" of the facility and strives for the best when welcoming clients, family members and guest to the facility. The Housekeeper will perform and oversee the cleaning and laundry services and create an orderly environment for our residents and guests. Large scale facility experience a plus.

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities

· Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing 

· Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards 

· Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies 

· Notify superiors on any damages, deficits and disturbances 

· Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience 

· Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate 

· Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices

· Perform laundry services for residents during their stay at the facility

Statement of Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

· Establish and maintain effective working relationship with assigned personnel, associate personnel, residents and vendors.

· Understand and follow, quickly and accurately, oral and written instructions and perform arithmetical computations involving fractions, decimals and percentages.

· Proven experience as a Cleaner or Housekeeper 

· Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance 

· Customer-oriented and friendly 

· Prioritization and time management skills 

· Working quickly without compromising quality

Conditions of Employment

· CPR/ First Aid Certified

· Successful candidate must submit to a TB test, or provide a copy of your latest test results in the last 12 months, and Urine analysis.

· Must possess a level one Fingerprint Clearance Card (application must be submitted within 20 days of employment)

· If in recovery, must have a minimum of one-year sobriety prior to application.

· Drivers must have a clean 36-month vehicle record check

Working Conditions

· May be subject to call back and irregular schedules.

· Involves occasional to frequent moderate lifting of 25 to 50 pounds.

· Safety-sensitive position pursuant to A.R.S. 23-493

· Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions, including TB, HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis B and C viruses.

· May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. 

· Communicates with the Medical Director, nursing personnel, and other department personnel staff and heads.

Education and Qualifications

· High School Diploma(preferred)

• A minimum      of six (6) months experience as a housekeeper. Preferably in a large scale setting

· Obtain/maintain Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card at employee’s expense.

· Obtain/maintain CPR Certification.

· Complete annual Tuberculosis Testing. 

· Complete required in-service training.