Housekeeper I

Hebrew SeniorLife; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in health care is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for their facility in Dedham, MA. This entry-level position involves performing cleaning tasks and maintaining hygienic standards in patient and common areas. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a commitment to excellent service. Enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• One to two years of experience in a service oriented job preferred.
• Must be able to communicate using the English language.

Responsibilities

• Follows and completes all assigned specific cleaning and service instructions for all apartments, resident/patient rooms.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident, patient, and household information.
• Participates in all department training for current Housekeeping practices.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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• Follows and completes all assigned specific cleaning and service instructions for all apartments, resident/patient rooms, common areas, and/or assigned areas as outlined by the Director or Team Lead of Housekeeping. The following are examples of cleaning tasks, but it not necessarily a complete list of assigned areas to be cleaned:
• Cleans windows and window treatments.
• Cleans and mops bathroom floors using all safety signage such as wet floor signs.
• Dusts and polishes resident furniture such as armoires, desks, tables
• Cleans room and bathroom vents
• Performs high dusting
• Cleans ice machines, kitchen appliances, and trash baskets daily
• Clean common household dining tables and chairs.
• Replenishes hand soap, sanitizer, kitchen soap, and paper supplies for dispensers.
• Keeps housekeeping carts locked per regulatory requirements and remove from patient/resident rooms during mealtimes and/or other times as required.
• Deep clean household kitchens on a quarterly basis per checklist.
• Deep clean patient rooms on a bimonthly basis per checklist.
• Checks cleaning supplies and notifies Director or Team Lead of supply needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures.in general cleaning standards as regulated by DPH (if cleaning the RSU) and EOEA (if cleaning in the Assisted Living community).
• Keeps assigned equipment, such as housekeeping carts, vacuums, mops, clean and orderly at all times. Reports any broken equipment to the Team Lead or Director as needed, and bring broken equipment to housekeeping office. Labels equipment with location origin.
• Responds to emergencies, special needs and spills as required or directed.
• Assists other associates as necessary or directed.
• Offers suggestions and solutions that may improve systems and care.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident, patient, and household information.
• Wears uniform appropriately and displays identification badge as required.
• Participates in all department training for current Housekeeping practices, techniques and new equipment/chemical use.
  
  

Responsibilities

Job Description:

• Follows and completes all assigned specific cleaning and service instructions for all apartments, resident/patient rooms, common areas, and/or assigned areas as outlined by the Director or Team Lead of Housekeeping. The following are examples of cleaning tasks, but it not necessarily a complete list of assigned areas to be cleaned:
• Cleans windows and window treatments.
• Cleans and mops bathroom floors using all safety signage such as wet floor signs.
• Vacuums carpets
• Dusts and polishes resident furniture such as armoires, desks, tables
• Cleans room and bathroom vents
• Cleans light fixtures
• Performs high dusting
• Cleans ice machines, kitchen appliances, and trash baskets daily
• Clean common household dining tables and chairs.
• Replenishes hand soap, sanitizer, kitchen soap, and paper supplies for dispensers.
• Keeps housekeeping carts locked per regulatory requirements and remove from patient/resident rooms during mealtimes and/or other times as required.
• Deep clean household kitchens on a quarterly basis per checklist.
• Deep clean patient rooms on a bimonthly basis per checklist.
• Checks cleaning supplies and notifies Director or Team Lead of supply needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of department policies and procedures.in general cleaning standards as regulated by DPH (if cleaning the RSU) and EOEA (if cleaning in the Assisted Living community).
• Keeps assigned equipment, such as housekeeping carts, vacuums, mops, clean and orderly at all times. Reports any broken equipment to the Team Lead or Director as needed, and bring broken equipment to housekeeping office. Labels equipment with location origin.
• Responds to emergencies, special needs and spills as required or directed.
• Assists other associates as necessary or directed.
• Offers suggestions and solutions that may improve systems and care.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident, patient, and household information.
• Wears uniform appropriately and displays identification badge as required.
• Participates in all department training for current Housekeeping practices, techniques and new equipment/chemical use.
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• One to two years of experience in a service oriented job preferred.
• Must be able to communicate using the English language.
  
  

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Ability to walk and/or stand for prolonged periods. Requires bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 25 pounds. Exposure to chemicals on a constant basis requiring special clothing (PPE), or safety equipment.
  
  

Remote Type

On-site

Hebrew SeniorLife is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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