Housekeeping Aide

Basic Function

Provides a clean and sanitary environment for staff and residents using proper policies and procedures.

• 1. Wet mops resident rooms and bathrooms daily.
• 2. Uses “Wet Floor” signs and other cautions as indicated.
• 3. Dusts in assigned work areas.
• 4. Cleans draperies and privacy curtains.
• 5. Cleans resident beds and closets per schedule.
• 6. Sanitizes resident unit using proper policies and procedures.
• 7. Washes windows and mirrors per schedule.
• 8. Cleans vaporizers per policies and procedures.
• 9. Properly sanitizes resident utensils in a timely manner.
• 10. Shampoos and cleans carpeting per schedule and prn.
• 11. Labels all compounds and chemicals properly and stores them in locked storage areas.
• 12. Follows user directions for all compounds and chemicals.
• 13. Uses proper body mechanics
• 14. Follows proper infection control practices.
• 15. Follows proper hand washing practices.
• 16. Washes walls and ceilings.
• 17. Keeps ash trays and wastebaskets emptied.
• 18. Adheres to cleaning duties and schedule for area assigned.
• 19. Disposes of garbage safely, promptly, and in a sanitary manner.
• 20. Reports promptly any indication of rodents and other pests.
• 21. Maintains clean storage area.
• 22. Stores cleaning rags in closed metal containers.
• 23. Observes for resident safety when in resident care areas.
• 24. Maintains fire aisles when using cleaning cart.
• 25. Observes, reports, and intervenes in potential fire/safety hazards.
• 26. Ensures one chair with arms per resident per room.
• 27. Returns folding chairs to proper place when not in use.
• 28. Treats residents and staff with respect and dignity.
• 29. Adheres to all facility and department safety policies and procedures.

Receives supervision from Housekeeping Supervisor.

• No convictions for abuse, neglect or mistreatment or for misappropriation of property.
• Prompt and regular attendance.

• Ability to read, write and make simple calculations and follow oral and written directions.
• Knowledge of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling housekeeping tasks and equipment.

Note:

In terms of an 8 hour workday, “Occasionally” equals 1% to 33%; “Frequently,” 34% to 66%; “Continuously,” 67% to 100%.

1. Employee’s job requires:

Not at all

Occasionally

Frequently

Continuously

Bend Stoop

X

Squat

X

Crawl

X

Climb-Height

X

Reach above shoulder level

X

Crouch

X

Kneel

X

Balance

X

Push/Pull

X

2. Lifting requirements:

Never

Occasionally

Frequently

Continuously

Up to 10 lbs