Housekeeper

Archdale, NC, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $13.00 - $1.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee assistance program

Training and development opportunities

Job Description

Our Assisted Living Community is dedicated to providing a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for our residents. We understand the importance of maintaining an atmosphere that supports the dignity and well-being of those under our care. As a facility specializing in senior living, we prioritize cleanliness, safety, and respect for all residents while adhering to strict sanitation standards. Our community is committed to delivering high-quality services in a nurturing environment that residents and their families can trust. We operate with a deep sense of responsibility towards our residents, ensuring their needs are met with compassion and professionalism at all times.

We are currently seeking a diligent and motivated Housekeeper to join our team. This role is essential in ensuring the overall cleanliness and orderly condition of our Assisted Living Community. The Housekeeper will assist in maintaining a sanitation grade of 90 and above by thoroughly cleaning the entire community, including floors, furniture, bathrooms, laundry, and common areas. This position involves not only cleaning duties but also the responsibility of managing supplies and adhering to safety standards to guarantee a safe and pleasant environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The Housekeeper will be expected to assist in sustaining the dignity, personal safety, and privacy of each resident while working cooperatively with other staff members and interacting favorably with residents and their families. Familiarity with the confidentiality of resident information and compliance with all applicable policies and regulations, including OSHA, fire safety, and Adult Care Home standards, is required. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors by ensuring their living space is tidy, safe, and comfortable, thereby enhancing their quality of life.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous housekeeping or custodial experience in a healthcare or assisted living environment preferred
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and sanitation standards
Excellent communication skills
Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks including lifting 50 pounds
Willingness to comply with safety and confidentiality policies
Ability to maintain resident dignity and respect
Must pass required background checks
Must complete required health screenings including tuberculin skin tests

Job Qualifications

Must be able to read, write, understand and follow directions
Must be able to lift, push, or pull minimum of 50 pounds
Must have no substantiated findings on the NC Personnel Registry or Health Care Program
Must have a clear SBI and DMV record and maintain them during period of employment
Must have a two-step tuberculin skin test (first test prior to hire and second test within two weeks of first test)

Job Duties

General cleaning of entire community including floors, furniture, vacuuming and dusting, bathroom facilities, laundry facilities, baseboards, door facings and walls to ensure an uncluttered and orderly environment and a sanitation grade of 90 or above at all times
Place appropriate warning signs in all areas where floors are being cleaned to ensure safety of residents, visitors and employees at all times
Maintain supplies of soap, paper towels and tissue in appropriate areas
Empty and clean all trash cans regularly as needed
Elimination of unpleasant odors at all times
Take inventory and purchase chemical and housekeeping supplies within budget according to administrative policy
Assure purchase receipts are signed and kept on file for ED/Administrator
Help maintain the self-respect, personal dignity and physical safety of each resident
Work cooperatively with all other staff and relate favorably to residents and their families
Be familiar with confidentiality of resident information and adhere to requirements
Be familiar with and able to apply all the home's accident, fire safety, OSHA and emergency standards
Be familiar with the Adult Care Home Residents' Bill of Rights and assist residents with exercising these rights
Assure careful treatment of Adult Care Home equipment and utilization of supplies
Be responsible for reading and adhering to all Adult Care Home and employee policies
Participate in job-related continuing education as required by home policy
Perform other related duties as assigned
Assure that all cleaning supplies are kept locked when not in use and supervised when in use