Housekeeper - GRHS, Savannah

State-of-Georgi; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is recruiting a Housekeeper for GRHS in Savannah on the day shift. The role involves maintaining cleanliness, handling linens, and following safety protocols in a state-funded hospital setting. A national and state background check is required.

The position requires at least one year of related experience or as a Housekeeper 1, with the ability to lift 25–50 pounds and operate cleaning equipment. Competitive annual compensation is offered with comprehensive state benefits.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in related area or as Housekeeper 1 (FES040) or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds and squat, stoop or bend as required for cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Performs any combination of duties to maintain order, sanitation, and cleanliness in facilities.
• Maintains supplies as needed.
• Cleans and straightens assigned areas.
• Collects, sorts, launders, transports, and distributes linens and uniforms.
• Observes required safety precautions in disposing of contaminated refuse.
• Operates hand tools.

Skills

Housekeeping knowledge

Cleaning chemicals

Equipment operation

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Housekeeper - GRHS, Savannah

Job Requisition ID: JR0000001782

Number of Openings: 0

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $24,200.80-$31,019.04

Job Description

Job Title: Housekeeper Workplace: GA Regional Hospital, Savannah Georgia Regional Hospital at Savannah (GRHS) is a state-funded multi-service facility operated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. The hospital provides quality care to mentally ill adults and individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities from its 34-county catchment area in Southeast Georgia. GRHS opened in December of 1970 with a design to decentralize mental health services in the state and treat people nearer to their homes and families. The hospital provides evaluation and treatment to clients needing care. The hospital's admitting office is a psychiatric emergency receiving facility open 24 hours a day. GRHS is seeking candidates for the position of Houskeeper-1st shift. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

The select selected candidate will perform the following duties:

• Performs any combination of duties to maintain order, sanitation, and cleanliness in facilities
• Maintains supplies as needed.
• Cleans and straightens assigned areas.
• Collect, sorts, launders, transports, and distributes linens and uniforms.
• Observes required safety precautions in disposing of contaminated refuse.
• Operates hand tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have some basic knowledge of housekeeping, cleaning chemicals, and how to operate some equipment used in cleaning.
• Also, must be physically able to lift 25-50 pounds and squat, stoop or bend as required for cleaning.

Employment Requirements

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia. The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care: Drug Screening TB Evaluation Annual Influenza* *Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications:

One (1) year of experience in related area of assignment; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Housekeeper 1 (FES040) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.