Full- Time Housekeeper

Legacy Healthcare LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Demand Pay

Competitive wages

401K with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Employee concierge program

Employee assistance program

Internal growth opportunities

Job summary

Warren Barr Gold Coast in Chicago, IL is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to provide exceptional housekeeping services, maintain environmental and infection control standards, and support guest comfort in a premier care setting.

This nonexempt role requires reliable daily performance, with shifts across a 24/7 operation. Competitive benefits, internal growth opportunities, and a team-focused culture are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience in a housekeeping role (preferred).
• Knowledge of Joint Commission procedures.
• Knowledge of IDPH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Takes full responsibility of the floor/area assigned throughout the shift and ensures it is cleaned and well maintained.
• Cleans and sanitizes Guest rooms, offices, hallways and other areas inside the facility and surrounding property.
• Operates floor cleaners, buffers and vacuums and related housekeeping equipment.
• Cleans vents, fixtures, high areas using a ladder.
• Performs terminal cleaning and prepares rooms for new occupants; follows isolation procedures when cleaning isolation rooms.
• Maintains infection control practices and reports hazards or equipment issues to supervisor.
• Interacts with Guests respectfully, maintaining privacy and dignity.
• Assists with new admissions, re-admissions and room transfers; participates in training of new staff.
• Attends departmental meetings and in-services as directed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year housekeeping experience

Joint commission procedures

IDPH regulations

Job description

Welcome to Warren Barr Gold Coast - where exceptional care meets luxurious comfort in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. As a premier skilled nursing facility, Warren Barr Gold Coast is dedicated to providing unparalleled rehabilitative care and long-term services in a vibrant, upscale environment.

Conveniently located in Chicago’s prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood, just steps from the stunning Lake Michigan shoreline and renowned city landmarks, our facility offers both an exceptional place to work and a fulfilling career in healthcare. We are proud to be honored with The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval Certification, recognizing our commitment to the highest standards of healthcare quality and safety.

Additionally, Warren Barr Gold Coast has earned national recognition as one of Newsweek’s Best Nursing Homes of 2024, a testament to our dedication to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Our leadership is equally distinguished, with our administrator being named a 2024 Women of Distinction - Rising Star by McKnight's Long-Term Care News.

With competitive benefits, opportunities for career advancement, and a strong sense of community, you’ll be joining a team that’s committed to making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

We offer great benefits including:

• On Demand Pay.
• Competitive wages.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance options.
• 401K with employer match.
• Employee concierge program.
• Employee assistance program.
• And more!
• Please note that benefit packages vary based on hours worked.

Housekeeper

Classification

Nonexempt

Reports to

Administrator or Designee

Summary/Objective

In keeping with our organization’s goal of improving the lives of the Guests we serve, the Housekeeper plays a critical role in providing superior customer service and housekeeping services to all Guests in the facility. The Housekeeper is responsible maintaining environmental and infection control standards by performing a variety of general cleaning tasks.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Takes full responsibility of the floor/area they are assigned throughout their shift by ensuring the floor/area is cleaned and properly maintained.
• Cleans and sanitizes Guest rooms, offices, hallways and other areas inside the facility as well as outside and the entire property.
• Operates mechanical floor cleaners, buffers, vacuums, snow blowers and related housekeeping equipment
• Cleans vents, fan fixtures, top of windows, doorframes and other high areas using a ladder.
• Takes full responsibility of the floor/area they are assigned throughout their shift by ensuring the floor/area is cleaned and properly maintained.
• Performs terminal cleaning procedures of Guest rooms and prepares rooms for new occupants; follows isolations procedures when cleaning isolation rooms.
• Assure that established infection control and standard precaution practices are maintained at all times. Follow established safety precautions when preforming tasks and using equipment and supplies.
• Reports all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment and supply issues to the supervisor.
• Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of Guests/guests and interacts with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect and promotes a caring environment.
• Must answer and respond to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Guest care areas.
• Assist with new admissions, re-admissions and assist with the transfer of Guests to different rooms within the facility.
• Assists with training of new staff.
• Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with Guests, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a health care setting. This role requires regular walking to various locations around the facility while pulling or pushing carts. This position works mostly in the Guest care areas as well as outside weather conditions. This role may also come into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses.

Physical Demands

while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping on a regular basis. The employee must be able to lift and move items weighing at least 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This position is part of a health care facility that is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Required Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education And Experience

• One year experience in a housekeeping role.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Knowledge of Joint commission procedures.
• Knowledge of IDPH regulations.

Other Duties

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 their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Warren Barr Gold Coast is located at 66 W Oak St, Chicago, IL 60610, in the heart of Chicago’s prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood. The facility is easily accessible via convenient public transportation, making your commute smooth and hassle-free. For detailed directions and the best public transit routes to and from the facility, please visit Moovit’s transit map or call us directly at [phone].

Join our dedicated and award-winning team today and make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most!

Warren Barr Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Warren Barr Gold Coast never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.