Housekeeper

Description

Maintains the cleanliness of the facility for residents, visitors and employees. Takes pride and ownership in the condition of the facility to ensure that it is a welcoming environment.

Essential Functions

• •Cleans and sanitizes resident rooms, hallways, dining areas, bathrooms and other areas of the facility.
• •Safely mixes and uses cleaning solutions and stores in a secure area.
• •Labels and removes infectious waste bags and containers.
• •Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Other Function

• •Performs other tasks as assigned.
• •Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of
• •Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• •Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the job.
• •Ability to communicate effectively with residents, family members and facility staff.
• •Knowledge of infection control techniques.
• •Ability to be patient and polite.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Licenses/Certification

None required.

Experience

Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.

Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each

state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.