Housekeeping Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Basic Function

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

Essential Duties

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.

Supervision Received

Receives supervision from Housekeeping Supervisor.

Qualifications

· No convictions for abuse, neglect or mistreatment or for misappropriation of property.

· Prompt and regular attendance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· 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.

Physical Requirements

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