Housekeeping Aide

The Waters of Wabash West; Wabash (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waters of Wabash West is seeking a dedicated housekeeper to join our compassionate team. You will perform cleaning tasks across resident rooms, dining and common areas, ensuring safety, comfort and a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include following schedules, adhering to policies, and working under the guidance of the Director of Housekeeping as part of an interdisciplinary team, while maintaining high standards of sanitation and resident dignity.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and straightens rooms, offices, and common areas; polish and remove items; ensure resident’s rooms are safe, comfortable and maintained in an attractive manner.
• Moves and arranges residents’ furniture and equipment as directed by the supervisor.
• Cleans residents dining areas at the completion of meal service and adheres to weekly cleaning schedule of the dining area.
• Cleans and sanitizes resident bathrooms and common bath areas.
• Cleans and maintains windows and walls in resident rooms and common areas.
• Adheres to all cleaning chemical hazards as indicated on supplies.
• Always observes rules of sanitation.
• Duties as assigned by Director of Housekeeping.

Job description

The Waters of Wabash West is looking for a housekeeper! Come join our amazing team and help make a difference in our resident's lives!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Role Responsibilities – Job Knowledge/Duties:

• Reports to work as scheduled. Attends all mandatory in-services by employee’s anniversary date
• Complies with all facility policies and procedures
• Acts appropriately under the direction of the Director of Housekeeping and acts as a part of the interdisciplinary team
• Cleans and straightens (including vacuuming, wiping, moping, polishing, etc.) rooms, offices, and common areas; polish and remove items; ensure resident’s rooms are safe, comfortable and maintained in an attractive manner
• Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in shift assignments to meet facility needs
• Cleans and sanitizes areas of responsibility according to facility policy and procedure
• Moves and arranges residents’ furniture and equipment as directed by the supervisor
• Cleans residents dining areas at the completion of meal service and adheres to weekly cleaning schedule of the dining area
• Cleans and sanitizes resident bathrooms and common bath areas
• Cleans and maintains windows and wall in resident rooms and common areas
• Complies with weekly departmental cleaning schedule
• Adheres to all cleaning chemical hazards as indicated on supplies
• Always observes rules of sanitation
• Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program when performing work functions
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Housekeeping

Role Responsibilities - Interpersonal Skills:

• Is aware of, and adheres to, Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident Information Housekeeper
• Interacts with residents and family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a non-judgmental, supportive and calm manner
• Addresses family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the supervisor in a professional manner
• Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Is capable of setting work priorities and working independently in the absence of supervision
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, our company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.