Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $16.29
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
On-call
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
Douglas County operates the Douglas County Health Center, a long-term care facility dedicated to providing comprehensive care and services to its residents. The Health Center emphasizes a safe, clean, and supportive environment, ensuring that the facility meets the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene to protect the health and well-being of its residents and staff. Part of this commitment includes employing a team of dedicated housekeeping personnel who are key to maintaining the facility’s sanitation and overall operational efficiency. Douglas County, as a local government entity, is committed to inclusive hiring practices, equal employment opportunities, and fostering a respectful and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- completion of a pre-employment criminal record check, physical assessment, and conditional offer drug screen required
- ability to stand, walk, balance, bend, reach, climb, kneel, stoop, crouch and sit for extended periods
- ability to frequently lift, push, pull or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
- must have sensory abilities including vision, hearing, and touch
- work flexible hours including shifts, weekends, holidays, additional hours/overtime, and emergency call-ins
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- prior experience in housekeeping or custodial services preferred
- knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing products and procedures
- ability to follow safety protocols for handling biohazards and chemicals
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- physical ability to perform manual labor and operate cleaning equipment
- willingness to attend training and participate in quality assurance activities
Job Duties
- Perform assigned duties such as sanitizing, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, trash removal, gathering soiled laundry using designated products and following dilution protocols
- follow safety policies and procedures for biohazards and chemical spills
- establish and maintain effective work relationships with clients, supervisors, County employees, elected officials, attorneys, law enforcement, judges, other agencies, and the public
- comply with Civil Service policies and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, County policies, department policies and laws to create a cooperative, safe, respectful and quality work environment
- assist in moving/arranging furniture and equipment
- transport clean laundry items and resident clothing to units
- empty and clean trash receptacles/smoking urns and disposal units
- replace plastic liners and deliver refuse to designated collection areas
- stock laundry and/or housekeeping cart, and submit order forms for supplies replenishment
- perform dismissal cleaning of facility rooms
- heat seal identification tags to personal clothing
- operate and clean power equipment such as vacuum, wet/dry vacuum, floor scrubber and buffer
- respond to emergency codes such as red, green, silver, black
- attend in-service training programs and meetings
- participate in quality assurance activities
- assist in the placement of privacy and/or shower curtains
- report to work with regular, consistent attendance
- perform other duties as assigned and directed
Job Qualifications
Experience
No experience required
Job Location
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