What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at Berkshire Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
Berkshire Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is currently seeking a dependable and hardworking Part-Time Housekeeper to join our team in West Babylon, NY.
Our housekeeping staff plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our residents, visitors, and staff. We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work effectively in a team environment.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Performing daily housekeeping duties throughout the facility, including resident rooms, nursing units, lounges, offices, dining rooms, restrooms, stairwells, and common areas.
• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in accordance with facility and Environmental Services procedures.
• Cleaning and disinfecting resident rooms, bathrooms, furniture, fixtures, floors, and equipment.
• Preparing and terminal-cleaning rooms for new admissions.
• Collecting, packing, and disposing of trash according to established procedures.
• Responding to and assisting with emergency spills and cleaning requests as needed.
• Reporting maintenance and repair needs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Properly using cleaning chemicals, detergents, germicides, and housekeeping equipment.
• Assisting with additional housekeeping duties as assigned.
Requirements:
• Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform routine and repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Previous housekeeping experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting preferred.