Environmental Services Worker - Full-time, days

Prairieview Lutheran Homes; Danforth (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prairieview Lutheran Homes Environmental Services Worker performs housekeeping tasks to create a safe, inviting environment for residents, families and staff. You will follow department policies, use proper cleaning techniques and maintain equipment and storage areas.

This role requires good judgment, dependability and effective communication. You will respond promptly to safety issues, assist other team members, and adhere to attendance and dress codes while supporting a courteous,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and adapt to interruptions.
• Demonstrates good judgement, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Physically fit to lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Perform housekeeping, floor care and related tasks within area of responsibility.
• Interact with staff, residents, families and visitors in a courteous manner.
• Maintain equipment, tools and storage areas in clean, orderly condition.
• Respond quickly to emergencies, spills, safety concerns, and repairs as needed.
• Assist other associates and follow supervisor directions.

Skills

Communication

Dependability

Ethical Practice

Critical Evaluation

Detail Oriented

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overall SummaryThe Environmental Services Worker is responsible for performing housekeeping functions in order to create a safe, secure, and inviting environment for residents, families and team members while meeting and exceeding Prairieview Lutheran Homes service standards.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates knowledge of department policies and proceduresDemonstrates knowledge and efficient use of cleaning techniques, solutions, equipment and toolsPerform all cleaning, floor care and project assignments within the area of responsibility or as directed by a supervisorPerform related services, such as bed moves, changing mattresses, stocking supplies, etc.Maintains high standards and works steadily at an efficient paceInteracts friendly and supportively with staff, patients, visitors and coworkersMaintains equipment, tools and storage areas in a clean, orderly and good operating conditionRespects all property of Prairieview Lutheran HomesResponds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs, spills, etc.Accepts suggestions and direction from supervisors and staffHonors department’s attendance, break, behavior, dress and safety codes.Accepts and absorbs department education programsExercises good judgment while working around patients and visitorsAlways maintains a professional mannerismTakes initiative in rendering service or responding to needsReports any safety issues for repairsResponds to direction as provided by directorAssists other associates as necessaryIn the event of a pandemic or emergency situation, your job duties may adjust to serve in the role of frontline staff to ensure all resident needs are metAll other duties as assignedCompetenciesCommunicationDependabilityEthical PracticeCritical EvaluationDetail OrientedTime managementRequired Education and ExperienceHigh School diploma or equivalent preferredAbility to handle multiple prioritiesAbility to perform tasks with frequent interruptionsDemonstrates good judgement, problem solving and decision-making skillsPhysically fit to left heavy objectsBenefitsMedicalDental / VisionGroup Life / Voluntary LifeSTD / LTDCritical Illness / Hospital / AccidentPaid time off401(k)401(k) matchingPaid holidays