Housekeeper Job Description
The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning all resident apartments, public areas, and work areas within the guidelines, policies, and procedures of the property, and as directed by the Executive Director, Maintenance Director, or Housekeeping Supervisor.
Reports to: Housekeeping Supervisor, Maintenance Director, or Executive Director.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
The duties outlined below are representative of those encountered while performing this role. This list is not exhaustive, and other duties may be assigned as needed. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- Clean all resident apartments, common areas, and offices, including furnishings, fixtures, windows, mirrors, blinds, bathroom fixtures, floors, carpets, walls, ceilings, hallways, stairways, and elevators. Use appropriate safety signs before performing duties.
- Follow work and cleaning schedules diligently.
- Report hazardous conditions or equipment to the appropriate supervisor.
- Remove trash from all areas and ensure proper disposal.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and attractive environment, keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Use protective equipment when handling infectious materials, hazardous waste, or chemicals.
- Follow proper procedures for mixing and using cleaning chemicals, referencing manufacturer instructions and MSDS.
- Report missing or unlabeled hazardous chemical containers.
- Adhere to infection control and universal precautions, including PPE use and waste disposal.
- Clean resident beds and furniture upon transfer or discharge.
- Clean and stock housekeeping carts, ensuring chemicals are inaccessible to residents and carts are locked when unattended.
- Take mops and cloths to laundry at shift end.
- Disinfect main bathtub daily.
- Attend scheduled training sessions.
- Show flexibility in work schedule, including working holidays and extra shifts as needed.
- Support community marketing efforts through positive interactions during tours and phone contacts.
- Report any resident condition changes immediately to a supervisor.
- Interact tactfully and courteously with residents, families, and visitors.
- Maintain a safe environment following safety standards.
- Promote teamwork and cooperation with colleagues and other departments.
- Present a professional image through actions and attire.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.