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We offer the Following:

+ Premium Compensation

+ Great Benefits Package

+ Innovative Training Programs

Benefits:

+ 401(k)

+ Dental insurance

+ Health insurance

+ Paid time off

+ Vision insurance

Educational Requirements: High school graduate or GED required.

Experience Required:

+ Preferred: Previous experience in housekeeping, environmental services, or a related field.

+ Preferred: Supervisory or leadership experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting.

+ Training: On-the-job training provided as necessary.

Essential Functions:

Supervisory Responsibilities:

+ Provides leadership and direction to housekeeping staff, ensuring all assigned areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation.

+ Schedules housekeeping staff to ensure adequate coverage while maintaining efficiency.

+ Conducts daily inspections of resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, and facility grounds to ensure compliance with cleanliness and infection control standards.

+ Trains and mentors new housekeeping employees, ensuring they understand facility procedures, safety guidelines, and best cleaning practices.

+ Monitors and ensures proper use of cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment, following all safety regulations.

+ Assists with staff evaluations, performance feedback, and disciplinary actions as necessary.

+ Communicates effectively with other departments to coordinate housekeeping needs and address any concerns.

Housekeeping Responsibilities:

+ Cleans and services resident rooms, bathrooms, utility rooms, hallways, dining areas, common areas, and office spaces as assigned, including but not limited to:

+ Dust mopping, sweeping, and wet mopping floors.

+ Vacuuming and maintaining carpeted areas.

+ Dusting furniture, fixtures, and surfaces.

+ Cleaning and sanitizing sinks, bathroom fixtures, closets, and drawers.

+ Emptying trash receptacles and properly disposing of waste.

+ Spot cleaning walls, doors, and high-touch areas.

+ Washing windows and ensuring visibility and aesthetics are maintained.

+ Stocking facility with soap, paper towels, trash bags, and other necessary supplies.

+ Ensures the Room of the Day schedule and other cleaning policies are followed diligently.

+ Monitors drapes, curtains, and linens for cleanliness and arranges for laundering or replacement as needed.

+ Ensures housekeeping closets are organized, clean, and properly stocked.

+ Maintains the housekeeping cart in good order, ensuring it is stocked with necessary supplies.

+ Reports any malfunctioning equipment or maintenance concerns to the Environmental Services Director or appropriate department.

Compliance & Safety:

+ Ensures housekeeping staff adhere to facility policies and procedures, including infection control and safety guidelines.

+ Follows proper waste disposal procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations.

+ Uses cleaning supplies as directed and in the appropriate quantity to ensure efficiency and safety.

+ Ensures proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment) while handling chemicals or hazardous materials.

+ Adheres to the facility’s attendance policies, reports to shifts on time, and ensures adequate coverage in the department.

+ Ensures all housekeeping staff maintain a professional appearance and follow the facility dress code.

Other Duties:

+ Assists in special projects, such as deep cleaning schedules or facility-wide sanitization initiatives.

+ Works collaboratively with nursing staff, administration, and other departments to ensure a safe and clean environment for residents.

+ Performs other related duties as assigned by the Environmental Services Director.

Qualifications & Skills:

+ Strong leadership and organizational skills.

+ Ability to train, mentor, and supervise staff effectively.

+ Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, infection control protocols, and safety procedures.

+ Ability to operate housekeeping equipment and safely handle cleaning chemicals.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

+ Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines related to resident and employee information.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.