HOUSEKEEPING/LAUNDRY

AOM Healthcare; Orwell Township (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

AOM Healthcare in Orwell Township, OH seeks a dedicated Housekeeper to perform day-to-day housekeeping duties across the facility, ensuring cleanliness, safety and comfort. The role requires following established cleaning protocols and coordinating with residents, staff and visitors as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining supplies, inspecting rooms for sanitation and order, and adhering to safety guidelines. Shift flexibility may be required to meet resident needs and schedules.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak and understand English.
• Ability to follow instructions and to accept constructive criticism.
• Ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors and staff.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of housekeeping areas.
• Willing to work harmoniously with other department personnel.
• Follow written and oral instructions concerning cleaning chemicals and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day housekeeping duties to keep the facility clean and safe.
• Operate cleaning equipment and manage supplies as required.
• Adhere to safety regulations and report hazards.
• Work flexible hours including weekends/holidays if required.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Attention to safety

Following instructions

Job description

Purpose

The primary purpose of your position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing the facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, and/or the Director of Housekeeping/Laundry to assure that the facility is maintained in a clean, safe and comfortable manner.

Delegation of Authority

As a Housekeeper, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Job Functions

Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in nowaystates or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.

Working Conditions

Works in all areas of the facility. Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions and may need to reschedule cleaning activities. Is involved with residents, family members, personnel, visitors, governmental agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions/circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc. Communicates with housekeeping personnel and other department personnel, Works beyond normal working hours and in other positions temporarily when necessary. Attends and participates in in-service programs. Is subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, etc. May be exposed to chemicals, infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. May be required to work on weekends and holidays. May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired. Is subject to various chemical exposures - see Job Hazard Analysis for specific chemicals.

Specific Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to follow instructions and to accept constructive criticism. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, governmental agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of housekeeping areas. Must perform regular inspections of resident rooms/units for sanitation, order, safety and proper performance of assigned duties. Must be willing to work harmoniously with other department personnel, as well as be wiling to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixture of cleaning compounds, liquids, cleaning instructions, etc.