Housekeeper

**Full-time opening! Monday-Friday, no weekends!**

About Highmark Senior Living

Highmark Senior Living is a senior living property management company based in West Des Moines, IA. Highmark oversees the daily operations and general management services for Edencrest communities in Central Iowa. As a leading senior living property manager, our focus is on providing excellent care, innovative life experiences and elevated management services for all our communities.

Core Values/Mission Statement

At Highmark Senior Living, our core belief is quality care and services start here. We understand choosing the right senior living community can be an immense decision. The support a loved one receives begins with trusted professionals who display loyalty to residents, a sense of pride in community and cherish relationships at the highest regard. Seniors and their loved ones can count on Highmark where they will experience comfort and freedom. Our core values are Commitment to Care, Value, Innovative Living & Vibrant Communities and we look forward to welcoming you into our Highmark family.

Job Summary

The housekeeper will be able to display excellent customer service and following the core values and mission statement. This person will also be able to clean the apartments and common space within the community as well as do laundry.

Essential Functions

• Deliver weekly housekeeping services and any additional services requested on the residents preferences and service plan.
• Be responsible for requisition, inventory, and storage of supplies.
• Use personal protective equipment, as required.
• Must be able to use housekeeping and laundry chemicals.
• Maintain building cleanliness in all areas.
• Be aware of any unsafe conditions and report to community leadership immediately.
• Compose maintenance requests as they are identified.
• Follow all Policies & Procedures and the Employee Handbook.
• Be able to attend all required education and in-services for community staff.
• Use proper body mechanics when lifting or pushing.
• Comply with HIPPA regulations regarding resident privacy.
• Complete incident report forms as necessary for residents, self, or co-workers.
• Learn and follow OSHA safety precautions.
• Perform any other duties as assigned
• Good communication skills and listening skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; willingness to accept coaching and teaching.

Skills and Experience

Required Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with housekeeping and laundry preferred.

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