Housekeeper/Laundry Aide

The Wyndmoor Group; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wyndmoor Group in Portage, Indiana is seeking a compassionate Housekeeper/Laundry Aide to join our team during the day shift. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents and their families.

We value self-starters with initiative who communicate effectively and respect patient privacy. Prior experience in senior care is a plus, and all team members participate in ongoing in-services and training to uphold the community standards.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions and work independently.
• Must pass background checks before and during employment.

Responsibilities

• Keep rooms and community areas clean, odor-free and presentable.
• Follow safety procedures and MSDS guidelines for cleaning chemicals.
• Provide quality customer service to Residents, families and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Follow directions

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We’re looking for a Housekeeper/Laundry Aide with a compassionate mindset and a passion for helping seniors. A self-starter with enthusiasm and initiative. This team member loves caring for patients and knows how to develop lasting trust. Could this be you?

OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a team-oriented housekeeper to join our staff in providing excellent care for our residents.

FULL TIME - DAY SHIFT

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all rooms and areas of the community kept clean, odor-free and presentable.
• Perform cleaning procedures in accordance with community policies.
• Perform duties with proper caution of chemical and other safety hazards inherent to the job.
• Perform all housekeeping procedures in a timely manner.
• Ensure quality customer service to the Residents, families, and staff the department serves.
• Follow written and oral directions as given by supervisor.
• Follow material safety data sheets (MSDS) in observing waste disposal procedures and safe use of all cleaning products.
• Use proper care and use of equipment and waste disposal procedures in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Foster self-respect and a feeling of worth in each Resident by consistent kindness, understanding, and patience in their care.
• Participate in in-services and activities as required.
• Come to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality.
• Consistently work cooperatively with Residents, staff, volunteers, and families to ensure Residents are receiving the best quality care.
• Observe all community policies and procedures, including but not limited to safety, infection control, Residents’ rights, and those contained in the employee handbook.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all protected health information whether electronic, written, or oral exposed to either during the course of assigned duties or as a result of an incidental disclosure.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school graduate or GED required.
• Able to follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with personnel, Residents, families, and visitors.
• Pass background checks before and during employment.