Housekeeper

Bethesda-7; New London (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

BETHESDA NORTH POINTE in New London, MN is seeking a part-time housekeeper to maintain clean and sanitary resident spaces in a healthcare setting. You will follow a cleaning schedule, use proper safety procedures, and communicate with residents and staff.

This role offers part-time hours (14 per week) with no weekends and a wage of $18.50 to $19.63 per hour. Experience in healthcare or housekeeping is desirable; reading and understanding English is required; physical stamina and ability to work

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or housekeeping desirable.
• Must read, write and understand English.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and agents.
• Familiar with facility layout.

Responsibilities

• Clean resident rooms and common spaces according to schedule.
• Communicate effectively with residents and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Work safely and follow safety policies; monitor supplies.
• Meet work requirements, attend trainings, and maintain professional conduct.

Skills

English literacy

Physical stamina

Self-motivation

Ability to work with minimal supervis

Attention to detail

Tools

Cleaning equipment familiarity

Job description

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Part-Time New London, MN, US

Salary Range: $18.50 To $19.63 Hourly

BETHESDA NORTH POINTE

HOUSEKEEPER

Job Summary

Keep assigned areas clean, sanitized, and aseptic by scouring, scrubbing, mopping, window washing, carpet vacuuming, dusting, and other typical housekeeping tasks. Keep workstations clean and well stocked.

Job Relationships

Reports to: Director of Bethesda North Pointe, Lead Housekeeper

Interrelationships with: Culinary, Recreation, and Nursing

External Contacts: Visitors, Families, and vendors

Hours of Work

Part-time, 14 hours a week. No weekends.

Dress Code

Appropriate street clothing

Essential requirements of Work

Minimum qualifications necessary

• Experience: Previous healthcare or housekeeping experience desirable.
• Personal:
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Good physical and mental health
• Ability to follow directions accurately and perform assigned tasks
• Willingness to assume responsibility for completion of own duties
• Commitment to excellence in cleaning
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Self-motivated
• Understanding of equipment
• Job Knowledge:
• Plan work schedule for the day.
• Knowledge of procedures
• Understanding of chemicals and cleaning agents
• Must work with geriatric residents showing care and empathy
• Must be self-motivated
• Be familiar with physical layout of the facility

Physical Demands of the Job

• Continuous walking and standing
• Frequent twisting, bend/stoop and squatting
• Climbing (3-6 feet), kneeling and reaching above shoulder level
• Carry weight of 25 pounds occasionally
• Pushing/pulling movements frequently
• Must be aware of chemicals used for cleaning

Mental Demands of the Job

Requires self-direction to comply with necessary job requirements.

Quality Performance results in

• Resident and family approval
• Sanitation of the environment

Principle Job Responsibilities

1. Clean resident rooms and common spaces.

Tasks:

• Follow cleaning schedule as outlined for housekeeping.
• Clean and disinfect residential apartments.
• Dust surfaces.
• Clean window casings.
• Wipe down light fixtures on walls.
• Wipe down surfaces.
• Wash mirrors.
• Empty garbage.
• Sweep floor.
• Mop floor.
• Clean vents.
• Clean sinks and toilets.

2. Communicate effectively with residents and other staff.

Tasks:

• Treat resident information with confidentiality
• Report changes in resident responses and behaviors
• Maintain a calm and pleasant manner with staff
• Maintain confidentiality regarding staff and facility information

3. Work safely meeting all safety requirements.

Tasks:

• Consistently observe safety policies and procedures
• Use safety equipment as required
• Monitor use of housekeeping supplies.

4. Serve as an example of excellence in meeting work requirements.

Tasks:

• Report to work and complete tasks as scheduled
• Complies with all written housekeeping policies
• Attends in services and all necessary training
• Participate in annual performance evaluation process
• Maintain a professional conduct and pleasant, friendly attitude towards staff, residents and visitors
• Be willing to learn and change to meet needs that arise.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the supervisor or other management.

Management reserves the right to change job responsibilities, duties and hours as the need prevails. This document is for management communication only and is not intended to imply a written or implied contract for employment.

I have read and understand this job description. I agree to accept the responsibilities and duties as outlined.