Housekeeper

Job Title: Housekeeper

Experience: Previous infection control cleaning

FTE Status: Full time, Part-Time

Education Level: High School equivalent

Reports to: DCS

Date: Revision November, 2022

JOB SUMMARY

HSK needs to maintain the facilities with a clean and manicured appearance. As a healthcare facility the cleanliness is vital, to prevent the spread of infection and maintain a therapeutic environment.

ROLE

The housekeeping role includes cleaning both the administration building as well as the inpatient hospice facility to maintain infection control.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

1. Work with cleaning /disinfecting solutions in the proper and safe fashion.

2. Operate various cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, shampooers, etc.

3. Maintain facilities in a clean, sanitary, and presentable appearance.

4. Remove trash, waste, and other disposable materials.

5. Report possible repairs of equipment or furniture or any potential safety hazard.

6. Wash glass in windows, mirrors and doors.

7. Dust or clean furniture, ledges, decorations, air vents, etc.

8. Sweep and mop all floors.

9. Empty patient rooms need monitored /cleaned for dust and debris.

10. Sanitize, disinfect and clean all occupied rooms daily or as needed.

11. Disinfecting of toilets, showers, bathrooms, etc.

12. Maintain inventory of cleaning and paper supplies and place order when needed

13. Assist in preparation and clean up for special events.

14. Clean office as needed/minimum of one time per week including but not limited removing trash, dust, sanitize and vacuum

15. Ensure family room, child’s playroom are clean throughout the day including floors, furniture and surface areas

16. Refrigerators are checked for outdated/unused food containers and are disposed of in a timely fashion to keep area odor free and clean.

17. Other duties as assigned.

RESULTS

All buildings will be maintained in clean, presentable fashion. Spread of infection will be minimized. Public visitors to any building will be comfortable during their visit.

REQUIREMENTS (of Position)

· Working knowledge of cleaning equipment

· Understanding of biohazard cleaning and rational of chemicals used

· Willingness to learn new cleaning methods

· Understanding of infection control principles

· Ability to maintain confidentiality

· Organization and time management

· Physical ability to push, pull, bend, stand and lift 50 pounds safely.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal relationship building is an expectation for this job. The DOCS relies on this position to report problems or potential problems. This position requires a friendly demeanor to deal with sick patients and grieving families. The staff depend on this person to maintain cleanliness for the benefit of the patients and families, as well as the staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Requires standing for long periods of time; occasional bending, pulling, pushing, stretching or lifting. Requires the ability to work under high stress conditions for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to hear normal range of voice, drive, and negotiate steps, walkways or housing not designed for handicap access. May require contact with individuals with communicable disease.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $14