Housekeeping/Laundry Aide

Accolade Healthcare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping & Laundry Aide to ensure a clean and safe environment for residents. This role involves following cleaning schedules, reporting incidents, and adhering to safety protocols while using cleaning supplies. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work harmoniously with others. Join a supportive team where your contributions will help maintain comfort and cleanliness in a vital facility. If you have a passion for service and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Experience in following cleaning instructions and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing tasks as directed.
• Report accidents and maintain a safe working environment.
• Utilize proper techniques for chemical mixing and cleaning.

Skills

English proficiency

Cleaning techniques

Chemical handling

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Housekeeping & Laundry Aide
Job Description

Accolade Healthcare
Department: Housekeeping & Laundry
Reports To: Housekeeping Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE
The purpose of the Housekeeping and Laundry Aide is to perform the day-to-day operations of the facility in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility, and as directed by the Housekeeping Supervisor to ensure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Follow cleaning schedules as outlined by Housekeeping Supervisor.
2. Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor, no matter how minor they may be.
3. Clean, wash, sanitize, and/or polish fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, bathroom fixtures etc.
4. Clean, wash, and sanitize laundry.
5. Clean floors daily: to include sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, disinfecting etc.
6. Adhere to facility procedures to discard waste/trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with plastic liner.
7. Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.
8. Utilize proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning. Refer to manufacturer’s instructions when necessary.
9. Ensure the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials and/or hazardous wastes or chemicals.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
2. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixing of cleaning compounds, liquids, disinfecting solutions, etc.
3. Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
4. Minimum 1 year Housekeeping experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
2. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.