Winchester Housekeeping Aide

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.

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
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