Housekeeper (full time)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.30 - $15.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flex Spending Account
Optional voluntary life insurance
optional short-term disability insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Reduced priced employee lunches
Shift Differentials

Job Description

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center is a well-established retirement community dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care and support to its residents. With a commendable 55-year legacy of service, Fairhaven has built a reputation for emphasizing dignity, respect, and individualized care within a nurturing environment. As a Christian retirement center, Fairhaven places a strong focus on community values, promoting an atmosphere of warmth, safety, and belonging for all who live and work there. The center caters primarily to the elderly population, supporting their physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being through various services including residential living, healthcare assistance, and specialized support.

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Job Requirements

  • Physical condition allowing for normal housekeeping duties including but not limited to
  • lifting up to 50 pounds
  • bending
  • stooping
  • reaching
  • grabbing
  • pushing
  • pulling
  • standing or walking an entire shift
  • use of arms and hands with dexterity
  • ability to read, write and understand directions
  • ability to communicate in a friendly manner to residents and coworkers in English
  • ability to pay attention to a variety of details at one time
  • ability to show warmth, love and compassion and to make residents feel comfortable
  • dependability and punctuality
  • preference for routine and repetitive activities
  • comfort in working in a Christian Retirement Center environment
  • adherence to all regulations specified in the Fairhaven employee handbook, procedures and policy documents

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • housekeeping experience in a long term care facility preferred
  • ability to communicate in a friendly manner to residents and coworkers in English
  • ability to pay attention to a variety of details at one time
  • ability to show warmth, love and compassion and to make residents feel comfortable
  • dependability and punctuality
  • comfort in working in a Christian Retirement Center environment
  • adherence to all regulations specified in the Fairhaven employee handbook, procedures and policy documents

Job Duties

  • Implements housekeeping procedures to meet residents’ needs in compliance with department procedures, Fairhaven policies and federal, state and local regulations
  • stocks supplies on carts and in assigned store rooms throughout the building
  • cleans and organizes resident rooms, public areas and duplexes following proper procedures applicable to area of facility/campus assigned
  • notifies supervisor when supplies are needed, equipment needs repair, and when facilities need further maintenance beyond housekeeping responsibilities
  • follows facility safety procedures and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
  • works in other areas of Support Services and assists other departments as assigned, including occasionally working different shifts as needed including weekends
  • responds as needed in the event of an emergency
  • reports unusual resident conditions to supervisor
  • participates in creating an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, cleanliness, safety and well-being of each resident
  • safeguards privacy and confidentiality of all resident health care information, which includes complying with all HIPAA regulations
  • acts as a customer service representative and public relations ambassador for Fairhaven with residents, families, vendors, volunteers and other visitors
  • interacts positively with all residents at all times creating an atmosphere which promotes a homelike environment
  • maintains, cares for and safely uses supplies and equipment effectively and efficiently per Fairhaven policies and procedures
  • maintains sanitary conditions
  • follows infection control and waste management procedures as they relate to this position
  • reports incidents of abuse, neglect or a violation of the resident’s rights immediately
  • protects personal belongings of each resident, reports missing items and assists in attempting to locate them
  • completes all in-service training requirements in a timely manner
  • completes all duties and tasks as assigned

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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