Housekeeper - Full Time

Somerset House at Oak Harbor; Vero Beach, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset House at Oak Harbor in Vero Beach, FL is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents in an assisted living setting.

The role involves dusting, vacuuming, mopping, sanitizing bathrooms, laundry for residents, stocking supplies, and promptly reporting hazards. Previous housekeeping in hospitality or senior living is preferred, with a high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous housekeeping experience in a similar or hospitality environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean rooms by dusting, vacuuming, and mopping.
• Sanitize toilets, showers, and sinks.
• Clean and organize common spaces such as lounges and dining areas.
• Laundry services for residents' clothes and linens.
• Remove trash and recycling from rooms and common areas.
• Ensure supplies of toiletries, paper products, and essentials are stocked.
• Report hazards and clean up spills to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Cleaning

Safety awareness

SDS familiarity

Sanitation knowledge

Teamwork

Resident interaction

Education

High school diploma

Housekeeping experience preferred

Tools

Cleaning tools

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Vero Beach, FL 32967

Position Type: Full Time

Position Summary

The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly environment for residents by performing cleaning tasks and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean rooms by dusting, vacuuming, and mopping.
• Sanitize toilets, showers, and sinks.
• Clean and organize common shared spaces such as lounges and dining areas.
• Laundry services such as washing, drying, and folding residents' clothes and linens.
• Remove trash and recycling from rooms and common areas.
• Ensure adequate supplies of toiletries, paper products, and other essentials are properly stocked.
• Help to maintain a safe environment by reporting any potential hazards, and cleaning up any spills that may put a resident or employee at risk.
• Supervisory Responsibility: None.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous housekeeping experience in a similar or hospitality environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Familiarity with various cleaning agents and tools, and their appropriate use.
• Familiarity with SDS (Safety Data Sheet).
• Understanding of health standards and protocols to maintain a sanitary environment.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and procedures, especially regarding the handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Ability to notice and address small issues before they escalated, ensuring rooms and facilities are thoroughly cleaned.
• Skills to efficiently manage cleaning schedules while being flexible to respond to immediate needs.
• Ability to adapt to different tasks and needs of residents.
• Capable of interacting positively with residents, understanding, and respecting their needs for privacy and comfort.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues related to cleanliness or maintenance without extensive supervision.

Standard Requirements:

• Must meet the assisted living requirements for criminal history screening.
• Must have sincere interest in providing quality and innovative care for seniors.
• Ability to understand the policies and procedures of the Community including emergency plans.
• Follow mandatory reporting requirements and Resident Rights.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Certificates & Licenses:

• State-specific requirements