Housekeeper

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Have a basic understanding of Infection Control and how to eliminate germs from contact surfaces
• Clean and maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the lobby, dining areas, hallways, client rooms, restrooms, and common areas of the facility.
• Clean and maintain the appearance of the surrounding areas, including the sidewalks and entrance.
• Remove trash and leaf litter from areas surrounding the building.
• Cleans all windows (inside and ground floor outside).
• Cleans all floors and floor coverings (including mopping of wood and tile floors).
• Deep cleaning of assigned areas including window washing, light fixtures, and elevator.
• Clean and maintain the back of the house area, including the offices, the laundry room, and employee restrooms.
• Ensure proper OSHA techniques
• Have knowledge of Safety Data Sheets and proper handling of chemicals.
• Be able to manage a cleaning cart when necessary, and ensure the safety and oversight of chemicals for the protection of clients and other staff
• Get assignments, keys, and special requests from your supervisor at the beginning of your shift.
• Check and replenish your supplies and cleaning tools.
• Quickly respond to client requests in a timely and friendly manner.
• Follow procedures for entering and leaving client rooms
• Complete training or certifications in Chemical Training, HIPAA, HIV/AIDS, HIPAA, Verbal De-Escalation, Incident Reporting, Infection/STD Risks, HEP B/C, and Abuse, Neglect, Trauma, and Exploitation, Understanding SUD, and any other trainings required by the State or the Joint Commission.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Basic understanding of SUD Treatment services, standards, policies and procedures.
• Understanding of Chemical Safety, Infection Control, and OSHA requirements
• Ability to communicate with employees, clients and other individuals in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and to ensure items are cleaned thoroughly.
• Ability to climb a ladder, change lightbulbs, and clean air vents when required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High School Diploma, GED, or 2 years work experience in a hotel, customer service, hospital, or treatment program setting.
• Valid driver’s license and clear driving record approved by insurance carrier.
• Complete TB screening upon being hired
• Complete BGS consent and results prior to hire

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.