Housekeeping Aide

JOB SUMMARY – HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for cleanliness, sanitation and orderliness of all building areas and common public areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

• Responsible for ensuring facility areas are kept swept, mopped, vacuumed, dusted and sanitized.
• Responsible for following infection control policies and procedures and performing all tasks in accordance with the Kentucky Department of Health and OSHA regulations.
• Routinely clean residents’ rooms, bathroom facilities, shower facilities and any other area in the Nursing Home in accordance with Sayre Christian Village policies.
• Count, weigh and record various quantities and amounts of supplies and products used.
• Responsible for responding to housekeeping requests by the various facility departments, residents, visitors and family members in a professional manner.
• Maintain the professional and clean atmosphere of Sayre Christian Village.
• Comply with state and federal regulations and with HIPAA Security Policies and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

• Ensure proper use of all chemicals used in the cleaning process.

SKILLS & ABILITIES OF THE HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

• Knowledge and understanding of accident protocol.
• Must possess verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with residents and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents and Nursing Home employees as needed.
• Must obtain a thorough knowledge of supply areas, laundry rooms, and residents’ rooms.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS OF THE HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

• 2-3 years of experience in large facility Housekeeping preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL TO PERFORM THE DUTIES OF THE HOUSEKEEPING AIDE JOB

• Frequently communicates with employees, residents, maintenance and Laundry and Housekeeping supervisor.
• Frequently lifts objects weight up to 20 pounds.
• Frequently remains in a standing position.
• Frequently stoops, kneels, or bends when cleaning residents’ rooms, bathroom and shower facilities and common areas.
• Frequently works in a well-lit, tempered room.
• Frequently works with laundry appliances that can reach high temperatures.

Frequently works with chemicals that can be hazardous if not handled properly.