Housekeeping Aide

Apple Rehab; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

PTO 4 weeks

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Disability coverage

Call-a-Doc service

Employee assistance

Life insurance

401K

Longevity credit

Job summary

Join Apple Rehab Ledgecrest as a Per Diem Housekeeping Aide, working every other weekend to keep resident areas pristine and safe. You will follow strict infection control, manage routine cleaning duties, and coordinate with staff to minimize disruptions while supporting a welcoming, family-like atmosphere.

Qualifications include ability to read English labels, composure under pressure, and physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds; prior hospital or long-term care exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to read labels and follow instructions in English.
• Remain calm and act appropriately in stressful situations.
• Strong visual assessment skills for facility conditions.
• Distinguish smells and temperatures; respond to pages.
• Physical capability to lift up to ~40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas including resident rooms and bathrooms per schedule.
• Adhere to infection control and cleanliness standards.
• Coordinate tasks with staff to minimize resident disruption.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, hygienic, and safe.
• Assist inventory by monitoring and replenishing supplies.

Skills

Reading labels / English instructions

Composure under pressure

Visual assessment

Smell / temperature discernment

Audible page response

Job description

Join Our Caring Team at Apple Rehab Ledgecrest

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care in a warm, family-oriented environment? Look no further! Renowned for its outstanding reputation within the community and consistently high occupancy rates, Ledgecrest Health Care Center has been lauded as the top nursing home for Short-Term Rehabilitation in 2020-2021 by the U.S. News and World Report.

Why Choose Apple Rehab Ledgecrest?

Our distinguishing features include fostering a familial atmosphere, boasting decades of staff commitment, and maintaining an unwavering dedication to delivering top-tier care, setting us apart from competitors. Emphasizing a small, family-like environment and remarkable staff longevity, we prioritize fostering a healthy work/life balance for our team.

About Us:

As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment.

Job Opportunity: Housekeeping Aide

Per Diem, every other weekend

Role Overview:

The Housekeeping Aide plays a pivotal role in delivering exceptional housekeeping services to ensure a clean, safe, and organized environment for both facility residents and staff members. This position involves meticulous attention to detail while adhering to high cleanliness standards, infection control protocols, safety measures, and the hazardous communication program.

Key Duties:

• Perform thorough cleaning duties in assigned areas within the facility, including resident rooms and bathrooms, according to specified schedules and established cleanliness benchmarks.
• Adhere strictly to infection control protocols, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness are maintained to minimize health risks.
• Efficiently manage time and coordinate tasks with other staff members to minimize disruptions to residents and staff during cleaning procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the work area and department, promoting a hygienic and orderly environment.
• Assist in inventory management by monitoring and replenishing supplies required for effective departmental operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficient in reading labels and following both oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to maintain composure and take appropriate actions in high-pressure or stressful situations.
• Proficient visual assessment skills covering all facets of the facility.
• Capability to differentiate between smells and temperatures, and responsiveness to audible pages.
• Physical capabilities including walking, reaching, bending, lifting (up to approximately 40 pounds), grasping, pulling, stretching, stooping, and fine hand coordination.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a hospital or long-term care facility is preferred, demonstrating familiarity with the demands and nuances of such environments.

Employee Benefits for 30+ Hours which may include:

• Scholarships and career development opportunities
• Generous 4 weeks of paid time off
• 7 paid holidays
• Health insurance benefits
• Short & long-term disability coverage
• Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance coverage
• 401K retirement program
• Longevity credit for dedicated service

Note: Benefits and requirements may vary based on employment status and hours worked. Inquire within for specific details.

(Apple Rehab is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.)