Housekeeping Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan; Oberlin (KS); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Oberlin, KS is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to maintain a safe, clean environment for patients, residents and staff. This PRN role covers various areas, including patient rooms, hallways and common spaces, following infection control and safety guidelines.

You will operate cleaning equipment, manage waste, and assist in laundry as needed. High school diploma preferred; six months of cleaning experience is preferred; strong customer service and communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning materials, equipment and chemicals is helpful.
• Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, sanitary environment in patient/resident rooms and common areas by following infection control and safety guidelines.
• Clean and sanitize patient/resident rooms, hallways, lobbies, restrooms, and other areas; operate cleaning equipment as needed.
• Assist in laundry areas and manage supplies; follow program guidance for equipment and waste handling.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Pagers/Technology

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS KS Oberlin Decatur Cty

Location: Oberlin, KS

Address: 108 E Ash St, Oberlin, KS 67749, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $11.00 - $17.00

Job Summary

Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary environment in patient/resident rooms and assigned areas for patients/residents, visitors and associates by following infection control, safety, and procedural guidelines. Tasks that the individual will be responsible for include but not limited to; emptying waste baskets, sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, or polishing floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines. Demonstrate knowledge of housekeeping processes, tools and techniques in a healthcare environment; ability to apply this to provide a clean and sterile environment for patients/residents and facility staff. May be responsible for the following locations to clean but not limited to; patient/resident rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.

Wear the proper protective equipment following the appropriate guidelines. Keep storage, equipment and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy. Environmental Services Technicians will have access to pagers and other technology that they will be responsible to use appropriately when needed. Assist in the laundry areas as appropriate. Depending upon location and availability of programs, may have access to use of technology applications.

Physical activities include but not limited to, considerable use of arms and legs and moving of whole body; such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, twisting, squatting, and handling materials. Ability to lift and/or move up to 40-50lbs and push/pull up variable weight limits on flat surfaces or up and down ramps. This position will require the individual to be on their feet for the majority of their shift. May be exposed to certain levels of noise with the equipment in operation.

Depending on location of position, work hours will vary depending on patient/resident needs. This may include overtime, call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred. Ability to use computer and prior cleaning experience is helpful. Knowledge of materials, equipment, cleaning methods and cleaning chemicals is helpful. Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills are required. Previous custodial experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].
• Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0269910

Job Function: Facilities and General Services

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