A Maid or Housekeeping Staff provides cleaning and housekeeping services, primarily for rooms and bathrooms in hotels and hospitals. May also work in private residences, office buildings, colleges, other institutions.
The aide in housekeeping works under the supervisor and performs duties within established guides and under sanitary conditions in housekeeping.
Primary Purpose:
Perform day-to-day housekeeping functions as assigned ensuring that all rooms and areas are cared for and inspected according to standards.
Responsibilities Administrative Functions:
Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance with ability to manage your time efficiently. Assure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical. Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor no matter how minor they may be. (Occurrences must be reported on the shift they occur) Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to your supervisor.
Committee Functions:
Coordinate daily housekeeping services with nursing services when performing routine cleaning assignments in resident living and/or recreational areas. Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing service.
Housekeeping Functions:
Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any company-related practices. Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments. Assure the assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable, and attractive manner. Assure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing housekeeping procedures. Follow established fire safety policies and procedures Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with our established sanitation procedures. Wash and sanitize wet mop head.
Staff Development Functions:
Attend departmental and staff meetings as called.
Requirements:
GED or equivalent
Qualifications:
Must be able to stoop, squat, kneel, bend, twist, reach, crouch, lift, push/pull, and move moderately heavy equipment and supplies throughout the workday. Work includes pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, and bending Strong communication skills in English. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with patience and tact. Physical ability to move and lift items up to 25 pounds and cope with the mental and physical stress of the job.
Physical and Safety Considerations:
Includes repetitive motions, weight lifting, and prolonged standing, sitting, or bending. Risk of exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, and hazardous chemicals.
Excellent progressive benefits:
Shift differential Premium pay Attendance bonus Flexible schedule Vacation Time Off Sick Time Off 401(k) + Match Vision insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance
