Housekeeper - Full Time

Watercrest Senior Living Group; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain the cleanliness and comfort of their community. The ideal candidate will ensure a welcoming environment for residents and families, while adhering to safety and cleanliness standards. This role requires effective communication and a passion for serving seniors. Join a team that values servant leadership and offers career development opportunities.

Benefits

Full benefits package

On-demand pay

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience as a housekeeper in a multi-unit community or hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in resident apartments and common areas.
• Follow safety protocols while performing tasks.
• Engage with residents and families in a friendly manner.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Passion for working with seniors

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

A GREAT CAREER starts with a GREAT COMPANY!

Apply to join our team of servant leaders today!

• THE DIFFERENCE IS OUR PEOPLE . Our associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. We believe in continually investing in these servant hearts; we envision them to be our future servant-centered leaders.
• We’ve achieved GREAT PLACE TO WORK status SEVEN YEARS IN A ROW .
• CAREER DEVELOPMENT . We reward our associates’ outstanding work and assist with career development to help fulfill their dreams!
• Faith Driven and Mission-Centered. Our mission “To Welcome, To Care, To Serve” derives from four primary points of view (Purpose, Passion, Platform, and Potential) which inspire our associates to recognize and celebrate one another’s God-given gifts through service.
• Full Benefits Package & On-Demand Pay available!: This opportunity includes a full benefits package (including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, tuition reimbursement, etc, as well as on-demand pay in between paychecks!

Market Street Viera is looking for a Housekeeper to join their team! Maintain the luxuriousness, cleanliness, and comfort of our beautiful Watercrest community by performing day-to-day housekeeping in resident apartments, common areas, and back of house areas. As a key member of the team, you will also closely manage cleaning supplies and equipment – ensuring that resident safety is of top priority.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Follow the guidelines of the Watercrest Housekeeping Handbook.
• Maintain the cleanliness and appealing appearance of the front area of the community.
• Maintain cleanliness of all public and staff areas throughout the community.
• Maintain cleanliness in all occupied resident apartments.
• Maintain cleanliness in all unoccupied resident apartments.
• Maintain cleanliness in all model apartments.
• Responsible for completing any special projects assigned by the Environmental Services Director.
• Ensure uniforms are clean, stain-free, pressed, with no missing buttons, rips, or tears. Your dress and appearance should always reflect professionalism. Appearance impacts the impression you make on residents, their families, co-workers, and visitors.
• Adhere to safety protocols while performing tasks and operating equipment.
• Handle proper disposal of trash, waste, and other materials.
• Perform damp dusting of furniture, fixtures, windowsills, pictures, and wall hangings.
• Thoroughly clean and disinfect wash basins, mirrors, commodes, tubs, and showers.
• Inspect and clean unoccupied apartments to ensure they are fresh and ready for new residents.
• Conduct twice daily cleaning of public restrooms and address additional needs as they arise.
• Maintain cleanliness in storage areas and ensure housekeeping carts are secured when not in use.
• Properly dispose of soiled/contaminated linen as required.
• Follow a schedule for washing windows and cleaning air vents.
• Perform laundry duties as per the Watercrest Housekeeping Handbook.
• Uphold infection control practices.
• Report hazardous conditions, equipment issues, building deficiencies, and incidents promptly to the supervisor.
• Safeguard residents' personal information and respect their property rights.
• Create a homelike atmosphere, encouraging residents to enjoy their living environment.
• Keep common areas clean and inviting for residents, families, and visitors.
• Engage with residents and families in a friendly manner to foster relationships.
• Communicate needs and issues with Environmental Services Director and care staff.
• Always be in uniform and resident-ready.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Effective communication with management, team members, residents, families, vendors, and outside contacts.
• Ability to make independent, informed decisions.
• Warm, friendly, and caring communication style.
• Passion for working with seniors.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Valid driver’s license required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of two years’ experience as a housekeeper in a multi-unit community or hotel environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to concentrate amid interruptions and work under stress.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, pull, push, and grasp.
• Capability to climb ladders, bend, crawl into tight spaces.
• Effective talking and hearing to communicate instructions and information.
• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE / PPE:

• Expect to encounter blood or infectious materials and use PPE accordingly to protect against hazards.