Housekeeper - 1st shift - Nursing facility

Twin Lakes Community; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate community dedicated to providing a clean and welcoming environment for seniors. This full-time position is essential in maintaining the cleanliness of the facility, ensuring residents enjoy a safe and pleasant living space. You'll be responsible for daily cleaning tasks, waste management, and supporting the laundry services. The role requires a commitment to professionalism and a caring attitude towards residents. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Become part of a team that values dedication and compassion in serving the senior population.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in cleaning and caring for a building preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare or skilled nursing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the facility and provide waste removal services.
• Respond professionally to residents and report any concerns to management.

Skills

Cleaning

Time Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Independent Decision Making

Education

High School Diploma

Experience in Healthcare

Job description

Career Opportunities with Lutherine Retirement Ministries of Alamance County NC

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POSITION TYPE: Full time position.

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Responsible for accomplishing and maintaining the cleanliness of the facility.
• Provide general cleaning and waste removal in resident rooms and all common areas daily.
• Maintain care and use of supplies and equipment; make regular inspections of building areas.
• As required, provide services in the Laundry area.
• Report all unusual conditions, behaviors, and/or resident concerns to the appropriate Management/Supervisory staff in a timely manner.
• Respond and react in a kind, polite, and professional manner with residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.
• May be required to work independently or assist others in the cleaning of other facilities or residences of the organization.
• Must adhere to all facility and departmental Fire, Disaster, Threat, and Emergency procedures.
• Adheres to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures in the performance of position responsibilities.
• Must attend organizational and/or departmental training sessions and/or in-services as scheduled.
• Demonstrate interest and commitment to work with a diverse senior population.
• Maintain and facilitate a caring, compassionate and understanding relationship with residents by answering all questions and concerns.
• Dress professionally in accordance with the company’s dress code.
• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant it using good judgement and ethical conduct.
• Able to perform job duties and work independently with frequent interruptions.
• Able to read, write and speak English in a cogent and professional manner.
• Able to organize, prioritize, and manage time, multiple tasks and projects.
• Capable of concentrating with large volumes of work and handle pressure.
• Possess the ability to maintain reliable on-site attendance.
• Able to work mandatory work days and mandatory OT as needed.
• Able to meet the physical demands and working environment of the position.
• Able to follow procedures.

Education and/or Experience:

• One or more years of experience in cleaning and caring for a building preferred.
• One or more years of experience in a healthcare or skilled nursing preferred.