Riverside Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a FT housekeepern to join our team!

Required Qualifications

v High school diploma or GED diploma

v Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

v Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and perform basic math computations as needed.

v Previous long term care experience preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Carries out all cleaning duties as directed by the Environmental Services Director according to required department policies and procedures.

Ensures that daily and deep cleaning schedules are adhered to.

Maintains a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene.

Ensures that all cleaning equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe condition. Reports any defect to the department director.

Practices sensitivity to the privacy and individual needs of the residents.

Adheres to infection control policies at all times.

Adheres to correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

Ensures all necessary documentation is completed daily.

Carries out other duties as assigned by the Environmental Services Director.

Essential Functions

v Dusts furniture, woodwork, equipment and dust-mops floors. Polishes and cleans fixtures in rooms and bathrooms.

v Operates environmental services equipment (e.g., vacuums, floor cleaners, buffers, shampooers, etc.).

v Wet-mops rooms, halls and other areas; shampoos rugs and furniture.

v Cleans vents, fan fixtures, top of windows, door frames and other high surfaces.

v Gathers and disposes of trash and waste materials using specified bags and containers.

v Moves furniture and other heavy objects as required.

v Performs terminal cleaning procedures of resident rooms and prepares rooms for new admissions; follows isolation procedures in isolation rooms.

v Cleans and disinfects all fixtures, floors, mirrors, windows, doors and walls of bathrooms.

v Makes supply packs for departments and puts linen stacks in carts for distribution. Takes supply requests and delivers them.

v Delivers linen to departments according to pre-established par levels and schedules.

v Keeps work areas neat and orderly, cleans equipment and assists with other cleaning duties as assigned.

Additional Tasks

v Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.

v Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.

v Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.

v Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

v Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.

v Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.

v Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

v Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.

v Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.

v Follows established infection control policies and procedures.

v As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired/ Physical Requirements

v Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

v Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.

v Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

v Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

v Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.

v Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition.

v Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

v Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

v Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.

v Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

v Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

v Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

v May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.

v Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.

v May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.

v Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement.

v Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.

v Adaptable, friendly, polite, courteous and caring attitude.

v Thoroughness.

v Ability to be organized and efficient.

v Ability to work alone as well as part of a team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.68 - $14.45 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Shift:

Day shift
Evening shift
Morning shift
Night shift

Work Location: In person

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