Housekeeping Assistant

$16/hr. Part time, every other weekend housekeeping position available. Flexible scheduling.

The Housekeeping Assistant is responsible for daily scheduled cleaning according to program guidelines, Federal, State and local regulations.

• Willing to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment in assigned areas according to established procedures.
• Maintain assigned equipment in safe working condition.
• Responsible for safe and economical use of chemicals, materials and supplies.
• Follow the guidelines of the Right to Know Act referencing hazardous chemicals.
• Report unsafe or unsanitary conditions observed anywhere in the Community including the need for carpet shampooing and maintenance repairs.
• Thoroughly clean assigned areas which may include but are not limited to: vacuuming, sweeping, trash removal, dusting, cleaning floors, baseboards, walls, windows, and glass, making beds, distributing and collecting linens, and spotting carpets.
• Attentive to changes in a resident's physical, emotional or social behavior.
• Changes to be reported to a supervisor or a nurse.
• Maintain adequate daily supplies on the housekeeping cart.
• Stock supplies in apartments and/or patient rooms, i.e., towels, toilet paper, paper towels, gloves.
• Demonstrate knowledge of fire safety procedures and assist with evacuation of residents in the event of a fire or other emergency.