ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

1. Cleaning: Cleans resident/patient rooms and common areas. Dusts furniture, lights, vents, cabinets, window sills and blinds. Washes windows and mirrors. Wipes down woodwork, walls and fixtures. Honors additional housekeeping requests made by residents during the allotted time. Reports observed repairs including broken or cracked window panes, leaky faucets, toilets, loose tiles, broken blinds and damaged furniture.
2. Bathrooms: Cleans, sanitizes and disinfects bathroom fixtures, counters, walls and shower areas according to established procedures. Wipes down all hard surfaces. Cleans facility restrooms.
3. Floor Care: Dry mops, sweeps, and wet mops floors. Vacuums carpets when necessary. Cleans emergency spills observed or upon request.
4. Trash: Collects and removes all trash. Disposes of trash and waste according to established procedures.
5. Common Areas: Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of common areas including dining rooms, offices and other facility areas as required. Wipes down dining tables between meals. Cleans any spills.
6. Turnovers: Cleans and sanitizes vacant rooms to make them ready for move-in of new resident/patient. Notifies supervisor as soon as room is ready. Cleans areas following repair or maintenance by Building Services.

Performs other duties as assigned, including implementation of enhanced infection control procedures when needed, and assisting with evacuations and emergencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE OF: Housekeeping procedures. Use of detergents, germicides and other cleaning and chemical supplies. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

SKILL IN: Interpersonal communication. Dealing tactfully with residents, family, staff, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Dealing with residents who may be confused, agitated or uncooperative. Working harmoniously with staff and others. Following written and verbal instructions. Operating housekeeping equipment.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

WORK ORIENTATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Requires 6 months experience in a healthcare facility.

Keswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.