JOB DESCRIPTION

Housekeeper DEPARTMENT: Housekeeping

 

POSITION;

The Housekeeper is responsible to keep the physical environment of the facility clean on a daily basis in accordance with

established schedules and procedures.

REPORTING:

This position is responsible to the Housekeeping Supervisor.

FLSA STATUS;           Non-Exempt

 

 

• Treat all residents with dignity and respect when performing duties in resident care areas


• Be courteous, considerate and cooperative when communicating with all facility personnel, residents and public


• Practice infection control policies and procedures of the department and facility


• Secure cleaning chemicals in locked housekeeping cart or closet unless in immediate possession and use


• Promptly report any needed repairs to Housekeeping Supervisor


• Perform other housekeeping related tasks as assigned by Housekeeping Supervisor


• Assist Housekeeping Supervisor with weekly and monthly major housekeeping tasks when requested to do so


• React appropriately to emergencies and disaster situations


• Attend in-service education and staff meetings as required

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate knowledge of, and respect for, the rights, dignity and individuality of each resident in all interactions


• Appreciates the importance of maintaining confidentiality of resident and facility information


• Demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times in the care and use ofresident and facility property


• Must be neat and clean and well groomed appearance


• Ability to read, speak and understand English, follow directions and complete the assigned responsibilities of the department


• Knowledge of basic principles of cleaning and disinfecting


• Dependability


• Other duties as assigned