Housekeeper

Anberry Post Acute; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Anberry Post Acute in Merced, CA is seeking an Entry Level Housekeeper to maintain a clean and safe resident environment according to our schedules.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read basic English, and cooperation with the Housekeeping Supervisor. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with PM shifts.

Experience in a long-term care setting is preferred but not required; high school diploma preferred. Training provided to uphold infection control and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Language Skills: read, interpret information in English and communicate clearly.
• Mathematical Skills: perform basic arithmetic operations for measurements and quantities.
• Communication Skills: strong customer service and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Clean resident rooms and bathrooms daily as assigned.
• Keep rooms and contents clean and orderly per facility wishes.
• Perform other housekeeping tasks as assigned by Supervisor.
• Assist with weekly and monthly major housekeeping tasks as requested.
• Adhere to infection control policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Language Skills

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry, Job Location: Anberry Post Acute - Merced, CA 95348, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $17.50 - $19.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: PM, Job Category: Health Care

JOB DESCRIPTION

Housekeeper DEPARTMENT: Housekeeping

POSITION

The Housekeeper is responsible to keep the physical environment of the facility clean on a daily basis in accordance with established schedules and procedures.

REPORTING

This position is responsible to the Housekeeping Supervisor.

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Clean assignment of resident rooms and bathrooms daily as assigned in accordance with facility procedures
• Keep resident rooms and contents clean and orderly in accordance with the wishes of the resident
• Clean other areas of the facility daily as assigned by Housekeeping Supervisor including one or more of the following:
  • Tub/Shower rooms
  • Offices
  • Kitchen
  • Day rooms
  • Activity rooms
  • Halls and lobby
  • Utility rooms
  • Nurses stations
  • Linen areas

Treat all residents with dignity and respect when performing duties in resident care areas

Be courteous, considerate and cooperative when communicating with all facility personnel, residents and public

Practice infection control policies and procedures of the department and facility

Secure cleaning chemicals in locked housekeeping cart or closet unless in immediate possession and use

Promptly report any needed repairs to Housekeeping Supervisor

Perform other housekeeping related tasks as assigned by Housekeeping Supervisor

Assist Housekeeping Supervisor with weekly and monthly major housekeeping tasks when requested to do so

React appropriately to emergencies and disaster situations

Attend in-service education and staff meetings as required

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and respect for, the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions
• Appreciates the importance of maintaining confidentiality of resident and facility information
• Demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use of resident and facility property
• Must be neat and clean and well groomed appearance
• Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete the assigned responsibilities of the department
• Knowledge of basic principles of cleaning and disinfecting
• Dependability
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/REOUIREMENTS

Education: High School graduate or equivalent preferred

Work Experience

None Required

Housekeeping experience in a long term care facility or as a housekeeper in an institutional setting preferred.

Language Skills

Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical information, and to be easily understood through verbal communication in the English language.

Mathematical Skills

Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, and volume.

Communication Skills

Must have exceptional communication and customer service skills, and be empathetic. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, responsible parties, staff and outside resources and agencies.