Environmental Services Technician; Housekeeping

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the cleanliness and servicing of an assigned area, care and cleaning of resident rooms, apartments, common areas, and employee work areas. Applies safety procedures and precautions as appropriate in healthcare/senior living setting and with material handling and disposal. Works collectively within the department to ensure that the facility is clean and safe for residents, visitors, and staff.

Accountable to the Environmental Services Supervisor.

• Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with all individuals.
• Maintains a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
• Responsible for on-call services, as assigned.
• Perform various cleaning tasks in assigned area of skilled nursing, assisted living and independent living. Tasks include disinfecting, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, removing garbage or hazardous waste, clean furniture, windows, stairs, doors, bathrooms, and remove soiled linens.
• Cross-train to work in all areas of the community.
• Perform periodic jobs such as wall washing, drapery/curtain washing, vents, blinds, etc.
• Clean up unexpected accidents, spills, blood, and body wastes.
• Operate floor-cleaning machine, buffers, wet/dry vacuum, etc.
• Be aware of Material Safety Data Sheets information for all Housekeeping areas.
• Know all safety codes, i.e. fire, tornado, disaster, etc.
• Be knowledgeable of all chemicals, disinfectants, equipment, supplies and the appropriate use in all areas of the hospital and clinics.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when dealing with blood and body fluids following standard universal precautions.
• Read and adhere to resident rights agreement & report any violations immediately.
• Perform only tasks for which trained and will not operate equipment without proper instruction.
• Maintain a calm, composed attitude when dealing with difficult residents and families.
• Maintain good attendance and take breaks only as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with all disciplines.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Shift: 7am-3pm

Status:
Part-time

Days:
Tues, Thurs and Fri each week

Pay: $

Benefits: PTO, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, No Medical

• Commitment to quality outcomes and services for all individuals.
• Ability to relate well to all individuals.
• Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to understand and retain instructions and organize tasks.
• Tolerant of interruptions and flexible when changes occur.
• Tolerant of hands being repeatedly exposed to water, lotions, chemicals or protective gloves.

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school degree or equivalent required.

Requirements