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Cambridge Healthcare Services is Hiring a Housekeeper Near Susanville, CA

POSITION SUMMARY   

The purpose of your job position is to maintain a clean and safe environment in accordance with current federal, state and local standards and regulations governing the facility and as directed by the housekeeping department and/or the Administrator.

The Housekeeper will treat each resident with kindness, dignity and respect. They will knock before entering a resident's room. They will honor the residents personal and property rights. They will work cooperatively with all departments and multidisciplinary teams. They will demonstrate patience, initiative and willingness to assist residents that may be difficult or in discomfort. They will be committed to always doing the right thing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

        Cleaning/polishing of furniture, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units in residents rooms and throughout the facility

        Cleaning, washing, sanitizing, and/or polishing bathroom fixtures

        Maintaining spotless windows/mirrors in resident rooms, bathrooms, recreational areas, and entrance/exit ways

        Cleaning floors, including sweeping, damp/wet mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and disinfecting

        Vacuuming, shampooing, and deodorizing carpets

        Dusting walls and ceilings, removing spots

        Daily disposing of refuse in accordance with sanitation procedures

        Daily emptying and sanitizing of trash cans

        Keeping areas free of hazardous objects, unnecessary supplies or equipment, etc.

        Keeping hallways and stairways clean and safe to walk

        Maintaining a clean and stocked supply cart

        Following proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions for cleaning

        Cleaning vacant rooms when assigned

        Performing tasks with precaution and using safety equipment as required

        Coordinating routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing department

        Following policies governing the use of labels and MSDSs

        Following established handwashing procedures

        Reporting all accidents/incidents (hazardous or not) to the supervisor immediately

        Keeping supervisor informed of burned out light bulbs, exit lights, room call lights, etc.

        Following infection control policies and procedures

        Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including fire safety

 Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

REQUIREMENTS  

Education / Licensure  

        High school diploma or GED preferred

Qualifications / Experience   

        Minimum 6 months experience in healthcare setting preferred

        Must be able to understand English language

        Must be to follow directions 

Working Conditions  

        May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants

        May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

Physical Requirements   

        Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day through all areas of the facility

        Must be able to stand, bend, twist and reach throughout the day

        Repetitive hand motion

        Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift up to 25 lbs. to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feet

 *Per California state mandate, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for this position 

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