Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

SAINT JOHN’S COMMUNITIES JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

Housekeeper Universal Precautions

REPORTS TO:

Housekeeping ManagerFLSA CATEGORY:
Non-Exempt
- HourlyJOB OBJECTIVE:

Work together with the neighborhood team to assure Residents a safe, clean comfortable home. Prepare/serve meals and clean resident and public areas according to all State/Federal regulations/codes and Saint John's policies, procedures, and practices. Works together with all members of the community to uphold and further the mission, vision, principles, and values of Saint John's Community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Participates and/or facilitates neighborhood learning circles and activities. Since  activity of life  is a search for meaning and purpose, honor each person's abilities, dignity, and self-worth by including their participation in the daily life of the neighborhood.

Performs Daily Housekeeping tasks:follows the procedure for daily cleaning of resident rooms which include moving objects, wiping objects, dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, moving the bed sanitizing all areas of the bathroom and emptying garbage completes assigned additional daily household cleaning in resident rooms and public areas which could include sanitizing public restrooms, cleaning light fixtures, mop boards, windowsills, spot cleans walls and spot clean windows

Handles chemicals safely following exact directions and using suggested protective protection

Completes work orders as needed

Keeps personal housekeeping cart clean and follows policy as to items stored in and on the cart.

Keeps personal housekeeping cart locked at all times

Assures that all resident/client rights are maintained at all times. Reports any violations or suspected deviations immediately, according to Saint John's policy.

Maintains confidentiality of all department and organizational information.

Knows and follows existing lines of communication and authority.

Works tactfully and cooperatively with residents, clients, families, visitors, and staff throughout the organization.

Attends in-services, meetings, seminars as required and changes schedule or works overtime to meet the needs of the residents.

All Employees Must Foster Person Centered Care/Professional Integrity and Responsibility Act with honesty and openness in all resident/family/ responsible party and employee contacts. Function as Saint John’s Communities Ambassadors to maintain a working environment that values respect, fairness, inclusiveness, and integrity. Promote a responsible workplace in recognition and support of the boundaries of people with whom we work and serve.

Demonstrate commitment to the person-first philosophy that gives residents the power of choice. Function as a community member within the principles and practices that guide care and services through knowing and honoring the person before the task. In this vein, we will:

Foster relationships between residents, family and staff.

Know each person as an individual who can and does make a difference.

Nurture the spirit as well as the mind and body.

Promote growth and development for all.

Create an environment that meets the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and occupational needs of individuals and the community.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES,

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years old and have HS diploma/GED or significant related experience.

At least 3 to 6 months of Commercial/Hotel housekeeping experience.

Must demonstrate the ability to comprehend and follow established procedures and a range ofverbal/written instructions with a high degree of accuracy. Must read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner.
4. Must demonstrate dependability and excellent communication and problem-solving skills, be honest, exhibit a warm, cheerful,…