Housekeeping Aide - FT

Job description

Join us at Stevens Park Health & Rehab – a place where you’ll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We’ll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life – both inside and outside of our centers. And you’ll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that’s known for the highest level of care in our communities Full Time: Starting Pay: $13.65/hour Weekly pay Benefits Offered: myFlexPay – ability to receive pay before payday Paid time off with ability to cash out 7 paid Holidays Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Company Paid Life and Disability 401(k) with match Referral Bonus Program ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Sweep, damp mop, and wet mop tile floors. May occasionally be required to spray buff, strip or wax floors, following center procedure, including the use of wet floor signs. Report to supervisor any carpeted areas that need cleaning or spot removal. Vacuum carpeted rooms as applicable. Dust/damp clean surfaces in patient rooms (furniture, bed frames, windowsills, etc.) following center procedure, including the use of wet floor signs. Empty trash cans, clean exterior, clean interior, and replace can liner with a clean one. Clean bathroom sinks, fixtures, and toilets, following center procedure. Clean glass surfaces such as mirrors, pictures, and windows. Clean behind and underneath furnishings. Move furniture to clean behind/underneath, according to center procedures. Turn bed mattresses after cleaning. Clean dining area after breakfast and lunch; wipe tables, sweep, mop, etc. Change soiled privacy curtains and draperies for the outside windows as needed. Remove and rehang curtains and draperies for the outside windows, using a ladder. Sweep outside porches, walkways, etc., pick up any trash not properly disposed. Follow cleaning schedules as set by supervisor. Follow infection control standards while performing cleaning. Use isolation techniques (gowns, gloves, special cleaning, etc.) as needed. Recognize patient rights while cleaning patient rooms. Treat patients and their belongings with dignity and respect. Safeguard chemicals used, keeping chemicals either locked or in sight Follow precautions as stated on MSDS for chemicals used. Assist in the proper care and use of housekeeping equipment, supplies, and storage areas. Clean and properly store equipment used at the end of each shift, following set procedures. Inspect equipment prior to use to provide for safe operation. Report to Maintenance Department any equipment repairs needed throughout the center. Maintain adequate supplies (soap, lotion, paper towels, toilet tissue, etc.) in bathrooms throughout center Prevent/remove wax/dirt build-up in corners, around baseboards, or in doorways. Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication. Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System. Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Understands basic cleaning principles and safety related to the handling of chemicals. Communicates well with other associates, patients, family members, and visitors providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude. Responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A high school diploma or its equivalent preferred. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. The ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. COMPUTER APPLICATION SKILLS This job requires proficiency with the following computer applications: Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Please see minimum qualifications PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to walk. Use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The associate is occasionally required to stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free Workplace Stevens Park Facebook