Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
flexible schedule
Life insurance
Job Description
Easterseals Arkansas is a renowned nonprofit organization dedicated to providing services, education, outreach, and advocacy for individuals with disabilities and other special needs. The organization is committed to empowering people with disabilities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities. As part of their extensive range of supportive services, Easterseals Arkansas focuses on enhancing the quality of life of those they serve through compassionate care, professional expertise, and a safe and nurturing environment. With a strong reputation for fostering independence and self-sufficiency, Easterseals Arkansas continues to be a vital resource for families and individuals across the state.
The Housekeeping and Laundry position at Easterseals Arkansas plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and comfort of the living and common areas where individuals served reside. This role involves detailed cleaning and organizing of bedrooms, bathrooms, and common spaces to ensure that all areas are attractive, hygienic, and conducive to the well-being of residents. In addition to housekeeping, the position includes laundry responsibilities such as washing, drying, sorting, folding, and delivering laundry items accurately and efficiently. The role demands strict adherence to infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for both staff and residents.
This full-time position operates Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, providing a structured schedule that supports work-life balance. While supervisory responsibilities are not part of this role, the position requires a diligent and detail-oriented professional who values cleanliness and organization. Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations is mandatory, and staff must respect confidentiality practices, including prohibition from accessing protected health information. Easterseals Arkansas ensures reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities in performing their essential duties.
The role is ideal for individuals with a high school diploma or GED and some previous experience in housekeeping or laundry services, although minimal experience is required. Candidates must possess basic language, mathematical, and reasoning skills to carry out instructions and maintain standards of care and cleanliness. Physical demands involve standing, walking, lifting, and handling materials, with the ability to regularly lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. The work environment is moderately noisy and may expose the employee to moving mechanical parts and occasional weather conditions.
Overall, this position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the quality of life of individuals served by Easterseals Arkansas by maintaining a clean and safe environment. The role requires a caring attitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding the organization's standards of service. It is a vital support role within the organization, ensuring that residents enjoy a comfortable, sanitary, and orderly living space that promotes health and well-being.
The Housekeeping and Laundry position at Easterseals Arkansas plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and comfort of the living and common areas where individuals served reside. This role involves detailed cleaning and organizing of bedrooms, bathrooms, and common spaces to ensure that all areas are attractive, hygienic, and conducive to the well-being of residents. In addition to housekeeping, the position includes laundry responsibilities such as washing, drying, sorting, folding, and delivering laundry items accurately and efficiently. The role demands strict adherence to infection control protocols to ensure a safe environment for both staff and residents.
This full-time position operates Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, providing a structured schedule that supports work-life balance. While supervisory responsibilities are not part of this role, the position requires a diligent and detail-oriented professional who values cleanliness and organization. Compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations is mandatory, and staff must respect confidentiality practices, including prohibition from accessing protected health information. Easterseals Arkansas ensures reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities in performing their essential duties.
The role is ideal for individuals with a high school diploma or GED and some previous experience in housekeeping or laundry services, although minimal experience is required. Candidates must possess basic language, mathematical, and reasoning skills to carry out instructions and maintain standards of care and cleanliness. Physical demands involve standing, walking, lifting, and handling materials, with the ability to regularly lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. The work environment is moderately noisy and may expose the employee to moving mechanical parts and occasional weather conditions.
Overall, this position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the quality of life of individuals served by Easterseals Arkansas by maintaining a clean and safe environment. The role requires a caring attitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding the organization's standards of service. It is a vital support role within the organization, ensuring that residents enjoy a comfortable, sanitary, and orderly living space that promotes health and well-being.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- One to three months related experience and/or training preferred
- Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers
- Ability to print and speak simple sentences
- Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and perform weight and volume measurements
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions
- Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
- Must comply with all infection control procedures including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Available to work Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- One to three months related experience and/or training preferred
- Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers
- Ability to print and speak simple sentences
- Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's and perform weight and volume measurements
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions
- Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
Job Duties
- Cleans and organizes bedrooms of individuals served to include cleaning and organizing closets, drawers, shelves, counters, and activities of daily living (ADL) boxes
- Makes designated beds daily
- Changes linens at least 2 times per week or as needed
- Cleans shower and bath chairs daily
- Washes bed mattresses 1 time per week or as needed, observing for cracks, cuts, or other damage
- Cleans, sanitizes, and dusts tables, counter tops, and other furniture with appropriate cleaning agents
- Assists in orienting new employees on housekeeping and laundry procedures
- Complies with all infection control procedures including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, gown, mask) when cleaning depending on the space being cleaned and reason for cleaning
- Collects and separates soiled clothing and linens from residential living areas
- Pretreats or soaks soiled or contaminated items as required
- Loads articles into washer and adds specified amount of detergent, soap, or other cleaning agent
- Operates washers and dryers per manufacturer’s instructions
- Transfers clean articles from washers into dryers for measured time cycles
- Sorts and folds dried articles according to identification labels or type
- Places items in appropriate storage bin
- Delivers clothing to rooms of individuals served accurately and in a timely manner, according to identification labels
- Maintains adequate supply of clean towels, bibs, and linens in designated areas, including individuals’ rooms, hallway linen carts, and dining room cabinets
- Complies with all infection control procedures including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, gown, mask) as needed with performing specific laundry duties (i.e., soiled laundry from room’s where individuals are in quarantine)
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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