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Housekeeper - Weekends Part Time

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $18.00 - $19.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and development opportunities

Job Description

This job opportunity is with a dedicated assisted living community committed to providing a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents. The community prioritizes high standards of cleanliness and resident care, ensuring each apartment and common area contributes positively to the comfort and well-being of its occupants. As a housekeeper in this environment, you will play a critical role in maintaining the hygiene and sanitation of resident spaces, promoting health and safety through meticulous cleaning practices and infection control. The community fosters a supportive work atmosphere with clear communication and teamwork, essential qualities in maintaining operational excellence. The employment is typically full-time, aligning with the facility's needs for consistent and reliable housekeeping support, although specific employment terms may vary depending on the hiring practices of the organization. Salary details are not explicitly provided but are generally competitive within the assisted living facility sector based on experience and qualifications.

The role of Lead Housekeeper is a vital position involving direct cleaning duties as well as supervisory responsibilities. The Lead Housekeeper ensures that resident apartments are cleaned efficiently, including tasks such as removing garbage, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping floors, disinfecting surfaces, and managing linens and laundry. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to maintain cleanliness standards while attending to resident needs sensitively. Assistance with resident transfers to different rooms may also be required to facilitate thorough apartment cleaning. The Lead Housekeeper monitors and guides other housekeeping staff, upholding quality control measures to ensure that all cleaning activities meet the community's strict standards. Beyond apartment cleaning, responsibility extends to common areas, restrooms, and ensuring that cleaning chemicals are safely stored and labeled, contributing to workplace safety.

This position emphasizes fundamental infection control procedures crucial in healthcare settings, including proper handling of linens and strict hand hygiene to protect residents and staff. Participation in mandatory meetings ensures alignment with community policies and continuous improvement. Confidentiality is paramount; the Lead Housekeeper must safeguard sensitive information regarding residents, employees, and company operations. Preparedness for emergency situations is also required, with a clear understanding of fire and disaster plans and the ability to act accordingly during emergencies. The role is dynamic, demanding flexibility to perform additional duties as assigned by leadership. This comprehensive array of responsibilities highlights the importance of the Lead Housekeeper in supporting the daily function and overall care environment of the assisted living community. The role is designed for individuals who are organized, attentive, and passionate about maintaining high standards of living spaces for vulnerable populations, ensuring both comfort and safety in collaboration with the broader care team.

Job Requirements

  • Must satisfy all state health licensure certification and background requirements
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • At least one year of housekeeping experience preferred
  • Assisted living or long-term care facility experience preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person over the phone or via email
  • Ability to receive and carry out verbal or written instruction
  • Ability to perform repetitive work with frequent distractions and interruptions
  • Ability to recognize problems and escalate when appropriate
  • May require computer proficiency for training and tasks

Job Qualifications

  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • At least one year of housekeeping experience strongly preferred
  • Assisted living or long-term care facility experience preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively in person over the phone or via email with customers and co-workers
  • Ability to receive and carry out verbal or written instruction
  • Ability to perform repetitive work according to set procedures with frequent distractions and interruptions
  • Ability to recognize a problem and identify when it should be escalated to an appropriate team member
  • Willingness to participate in training and other assigned tasks which may require computer proficiency

Job Duties

  • Efficiently and effectively clean resident apartments including taking out garbage sweeping vacuuming and mopping cleaning and disinfecting surfaces changing linens and sorting washing and putting away laundry
  • Assist with resident transfer to another room if needed while apartment is being cleaned
  • Efficiently and effectively clean restrooms and other common areas of the community
  • Ensure chemicals are marked appropriately and locked away when not in use
  • Lead housekeeper leads and guides other housekeepers and is responsible for quality control
  • Practice basic infection control with linens hand washing and in all other aspects of delivery of resident care
  • Attend mandatory meetings as scheduled by Executive Director
  • Maintain confidentiality of resident community employee and company information
  • Maintain working knowledge of fire and disaster plans and responsibilities under emergency conditions
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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