Housekeeping

Looking for someone great to join our team! 

Hourly rate is between $14-$16 an hour and based on experience. Part-Time hourly 

Purpose of this position: To assure that all areas of the Assisted Living Center are maintained in a clean and odor free condition, assuring a safe, pleasant and homelike environment for our residents. 

Qualifications: Positive and respectful attitude toward the elderly, including those who may be physically frail or have dementia. Ability to read, write and follow directions provided in English. Maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job. Experience in health care housekeeping or laundry is preferred, but not essential.

Must be able to pass the state mandated criminal background screening and random drug testing.

Essential Functions:

1. Thorough cleaning of all resident apartments as assigned – including vacuuming; washing windows; dusting; cleaning toilet, shower, sink and bathroom floor.

2. Cleaning of all common areas as assigned – including dining room, beverage area, lobby, community room, etc. including dusting, vacuuming, washing windows, polishing chrome or brass

3. Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms (common and resident apartment) including toilet, sinks, and floors. Polish chrome and stainless steel. Refill paper towels and toilet tissue. Replace soap dispenser when empty or very low.

4. Use safe and proper techniques for chemicals and cleaning solutions. Follows directions for use of all cleaning products and equipment

5. Launder resident personal items in keeping with label instructions. 

General Responsibilities: 

1. Be a good will ambassador for this living center

2. Comply with Life Safety policies and periodic “drills”

3. Participate in training opportunities

4. Report safety and health hazards to the Maintenance Supervisor

5. Work cooperatively with others on the same shift and across shifts

6. Report to work as scheduled

7. Treat all residents with dignity and respect

8. Comply with infection control protocols

11. Compliance with all Resident Rights including confidentiality

12. Compliance with the guidelines stated in the Employee Handbook

13. Other duties as assigned or as may be necessary to meet the goals and objectives of this living center

Physical & Mental Requirements; 

1. Able to lift 50#

2. Able to stand, bend, twist, turn, stoop, squat, sit, kneel, pull, push, and walk long distances on hard surfaces, for extended periods of time.

3. Able to perform physically repetitive work.

4. Able to tolerate exposure to cold and hot temperatures.

5. Able to work with strong smells and chemicals

6. Able to operate equipment such as a vacuum cleaner, washing machine, clothes dryer, carpet cleaner, steam iron, etc.

7. Ability to move furniture and boxes

8. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with residents, co-workers, and supervisors.

9. Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions in English

10. Emotional stability to appropriately handle resident care needs, including chronic illness, challenging behaviors, dementia-related issues, and death of residents.

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Heritage Property Management is committed to excellence in all we do. That includes hiring and supporting team members who share our core values. When you work with us, you’ll see first-hand how important our residents are to us, and how our six core values: Honesty, Quality, Respect, Teamwork, Potential, and Balance reflect in our everyday interactions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.