HOUSEKEEPER

The position available at the Stevenson Family Health Center is for a full-time Housekeeper working the graveyard shift. This role is essential in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall hygiene of the healthcare facility. The Housekeeper will report directly to the Housekeeping Manager and will be responsible for performing routine housekeeping duties as well as minor repairs when necessary. The role requires adherence to strict infection control protocols and universal precautions to ensure a sanitary environment for both patients and staff.

This entry-level position offers a competitive salary of $21.77 per hour and does not require travel. Shift times during the graveyard hours make this role ideal for individuals who prefer night shifts or require flexible working hours. The Housekeeper’s duties include managing waste properly within the healthcare environment, practicing safety procedures, and using personal protective equipment appropriately. This role also involves active participation in departmental performance improvement activities and maintaining confidentiality regarding patient and employee information.

Working in a healthcare setting demands a high degree of professionalism, including courtesy, tact, and patience during interactions with colleagues and the broader community. Candidates are expected to demonstrate punctuality and reliability with a strong attendance record. The role also involves responsibility for the proper use of cleaning equipment and supplies, making it important for candidates to be familiar with various cleaning machines such as extractors, floor buffers, and stripping machines.

The Institute for Family Health values its employees and provides ongoing opportunities for development and learning by encouraging the identification of individual learning strengths and needs and utilizing available learning resources. Physical demands of the position include standing, walking, sitting, and handling objects, with occasional requirements to lift or move weights up to 50 pounds. The Housekeeper must also be capable of performing tasks that involve crawling, kneeling, and balancing.

This role is pivotal in supporting the health center’s mission of creating a clean and safe environment conducive to quality patient care. The organization promotes an equal employment opportunity environment and is committed to affirmative action. The job summary outlines the essential responsibilities but is not an exhaustive list of tasks the employee may be expected to perform. The position offers a stable career path within the healthcare sector with a socially impactful role contributing directly to public health and patient safety.Show Less