Winchester Housekeeping Aide
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SOLUTIONS HEALTHCARE
Alvin, TX, US
Summary
The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing facility areas, including resident rooms, kitchens, and common spaces to maintain a safe environment. They must also interact professionally with residents and staff while reporting any safety concerns or incidents immediately.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: The Lev at Winchester - Alvin, TX, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Classification and Pay
Hourly Non-Exempt
Reports to
Director of Support Services
Summary/Objective
In keeping with our organization’s goals, this position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the facility to make sure that it meets any housekeeping sanitation and provides a comfortable space for residents and employees.
Job Duties
Dust, clean, wash, and polish furniture, fixtures, windows, doors, equipment, and other areas as directed
Clean and sanitize toilets, sinks, showers/bathtubs, floors, tables, chairs, and countertops
Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen area as well as cleanliness throughout the building
Make beds and change linens
Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and rugs
Sweep, vacuum, polish, and mop hard floors as directed
Empty trash receptacles and dispose of waste
Tidy resident rooms
Communicate and interact effectively with residents, visitors, families, staff, and supervisors
Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed
Report all resident, staff, or other concerns to the appropriate department head
Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe situations, and concerns immediately
Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations relating to responsibilities
Ensure that responsibilities are performed consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local rules and regulations as well as facility policies and procedures
Supervisory Responsibility
There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This position is within a healthcare facility that operates every day. There will be scheduled times of work on the weekends and holidays. Significant events can occur at any given time that require working. Ongoing direction and support may be necessary if systems are not properly implemented, continuously improved, and monitored.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
This position generally will require physical activity. It may at times require walking to various locations within a facility. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and may require some use of machinery consistent with the job duties.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position at times requires the ability to walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, twist, and lift as necessary.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and assignments may change at any time with or without notice.
Reasonable Accommodation
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Qualifications: Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED
Excellent working knowledge of cleaning supplies, appliances, and equipment
At least one year’s experience in a related field
Experience working in a long-term care facility preferred
Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions
Required Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate leadership, organizational skills, and ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude
Ability to work well under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Display attention to detail
Interact with residents, families, and the community in a professional manner
Ability to engage in active listening (giving full attention to those speaking), critical thinking (using logic and reasoning to identify strengths/weaknesses of alternative solutions), and active learning (understanding implications of new information during problem-solving situations)
Exceptional judgment and active foresight
Self-motivated and self-directed
