Environmental Services/Housekeeping

*Reasons to join our team:* * Strong 401k program: 100% match on first 5% of contributions * Tremendous health and dental insurance * Automatic $15,000 Life Insurance Policy given to all employees * Voluntary Vision Coverage, Life Insurance and Cancer Policies Available *General Summary*: Performs housekeeping and cleaning activities within established guidelines and assigned areas.
*Qualifications*: * Must be at least 18 years of age.
* Must have a grade-school education or equivalent.
* Must be able to read, write, and speak English as to be understood effectively by another individual.
* Must be able to follow oral and written directions.
* Must maintain personal cleanliness.
* Must be pleasant, tactful, and courteous.
* Must be able to cooperate with other employees.
* Must be willing to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis.
* Must be able to perform tasks despite frequent interruptions.
* Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks.
* Must be able to use supplies in an economical fashion.
* Must be willing to care for equipment following use.
* Must be able to accomplish all responsibilities without supervision or other employee assistance after the training period is completed, and do so without injury to oneself or other individuals.
*Physical and Sensory Qualifications (with or without the Aid of Mechanical Devices):* * Strenuous physical activity involved (walking, standing, lifting, bending).
* Must be able to lift 50 pounds; stretch arms above head; bend to clean under furniture.
* On feet most of workday.
* Pushes, pulls, lifts, cleaning equipment and supplies.
* May stand on small stepladder to reach high places.
* Exposed irregularly to infection when entering resident rooms.
* Subject to reactions from heavy dust, housekeeping and disinfecting solutions.
* Subject to falls from ladders and slipping on wet floors.
* All work areas have adequate lighting and ventilation.
* Must be on constant alert for possible injuries to residents and employees.
* Exposed to odors regularly.
* Exposed to physical and emotional disabilities of the aged, which may include combative residents.
*Essential Job Functions:* *Administrative:* * Participate in surveys and inspections by Government agencies.
* Ensure that rooms are ready for new/readmits upon arrival.
* Assist in orientation of new nursing personnel.
*Quality Assurance:* * Attend appropriate staff meetings.
* Participate in the Quality Assurance Committee and in other sub committees as deemed necessary by the Administrative Staff.
* Follow hand sanitizing, PPE and Universal Precautions guidelines.
*Housekeeping Duties:* * Follows cleaning schedule (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.
,) as outlined for housekeeping department.
* Cleans assigned areas, furnishings, and fixtures according to established housekeeping procedures.
* Cleans floors: Dry mops, wet mops, sweeps, waxes, buffs, vacuums, & disinfects where and when necessary.
Performs emergency housekeeping where accidents occur.
* Cleans movable and stationary furnishings and fixtures: Dusts, spot cleans or washes, & disinfects when necessary, polishes where required.
This includes the cleaning of ledges, shelves, vents, etc.
Straightens or rearranges furniture as directed.
* Removes and disposes of waste and trash when necessary.
Cleans, sanitizes, and relines wastebaskets.
* Inspects furnishings for wear and defects and reports to supervisor.
* Cleans bathroom (resident & public): Cleans and disinfects all fixtures, floors, and walls as directed.
Washes windows and mirrors.
Replenishes bathroom supplies.
* Cleans walls, windows, doors, and ceilings: Spot cleans between washings, washes, disinfects when necessary.
Walls, ceilings, and ceiling fixtures are cleaned as scheduled.
* Cleans entrances and exits: Cleans as directed above for floors and walls.
* Cleans all horizontal surfaces daily or as required, removing dust, dirt, or greasy film, using disinfectants where necessary.
* Performs terminal cleaning according to established procedure (see nursing procedure manual) in resident rooms when a resident has been discharged or transferred, and prepares room for new occupant.
* Cleans isolation units according to established procedure (see nursing procedure manual) when a resident is transferred.
* Removes for cleaning and re-hangs curtains, drapes, and dividers.
* Sends soiled linens to laundry.
* Reports observations concerning structural and equipment wear, defects, and malfunctioning to supervisor.
* Reports supply and equipment needs as soon as possible to supervisor for replenishing.
* Maintains equipment used in performing duties.
* Relieves laundress as scheduled or on a PRN basis.
Other duties as assigned.
*Resident Care Related:* * Report promptly to Social Services and the all complaints or grievances stated by Residents or Resident family members.
* Report all resident behavior changes/problems to nurse supervisor, DON, and/or Social Services.
* Maintain Resident confidentiality.
* Treat Resident’s with kindness, dignity and respect.
* Know and comply with Residents’ Rights rules.
*Safety Functions:* * Promptly report accidents, incidents, unsafe and hazardous conditions and equipment.
* Ensure that established safety rules and regulations are followed at all times.
* Keep assigned work area neat and clean.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $8.
50 - $12.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * On call * Weekends as needed Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Work Location: In person