Housekeeper ( Weekends Only)

Little-Village-Nursing-and-Rehabilitation-Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Little Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Housekeeping Aide to maintain a clean, sanitary environment for residents and staff. You will follow director's instructions, perform cleaning in all units, and ensure odor-free, orderly spaces while upholding safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include stock checks, equipment care, assisting with room changes, and delivering compassionate customer service to residents and families.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Follow cleaning and service instructions as directed by the director of environmental services;
• Follow cleaning procedures in a safe manner.
• Completes all assignments scheduled in each unit.
• Maintains a sanitary, odor-free, orderly environment for all concerns.
• Checks stock and notifies supervisor of supply needs.
• Maintains equipment in good working condition and returns it to proper location after use.
• Assists with room changes, as needed.
• Puts Customer Service First: Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

Physical fitness

Cleaning materials

Cleaning equipment

Follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title: Housekeeping Aide

Occupational Exposure: Category I

Department: Housekeeping

Reports To: Director of Environmental Services/Housekeeping Supervisor

Position Summary: The Housekeeping Aide insures that the center is maintained in a clean and sanitary condition at all times to provide for care and welfare of the customers in a healthful environment. In addition, he/she insures that good housekeeping services are performed in every department of the center and are planned in cooperation with the department head.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• 1. Follows specific cleaning and service instructions as outlined by the director of environmental services;
• 2. Follows cleaning procedures in a safe manner;
• 3. Completes all assignments scheduled in each unit;
• 4. Gives an assigned unit the attention needed to provide a sanitary, odor free, orderly environment for all concerns;
• 5. Checks stock and notifies supervisor of supply needs;
• 6. Maintains equipment in good working condition and returns it to proper location after use;
• 7. Assists with room changes, as needed;
• 8. Puts Customer Service First: Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;
• 9. Performs other duties as requested.

Specific Educational/Vocational Requirements

• 1. High school degree or equivalent is preferred.
• 2. Must be able to read, write and understand the English language.

Job Skills

• 1. Good physical condition.
• 2. Working knowledge of standard materials.
• 3. Knowledge of techniques and equipment used in cleaning activities.
• 4. Knowledge of cleaning materials and reason for their use.
• 5. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• 6. Ability to positively interact with personnel, customers, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• 7. Provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.

Performs Related Duties

• 1. Interact with customers, families, visitors, center and Care Center Facility subsidiary personnel.
• 2. Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/ participation may be required.