What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping Associate position at Lighthouse Vocational Services?
The Housekeeper associate is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in the day program facility serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This role is essential in supporting the health and well-being of program participants, staff, and visitors. The housekeeper must adhere to agency protocols, infection control standards, and health regulations.
Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma/GED
- Pass pre-employment physical and PA State Police Background Check
- Previous cleaning/housekeeping experience preferred but not required
- Dependable and punctual
- Able to work independently if needed
- Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining a clean environment
- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of various cleaning products and when to use them
- Ability to clean and disinfect various surfaces
- Knowledge of safety guidelines when working with chemical cleaners
- Excellent time-management skills
- Demonstrate working knowledge of PC skills, i.e. Microsoft Office programs
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to interact respectfully with adults with disabilities, staff, and visitors
- Ability to organize work schedule and tasks in an efficient manner
- Must be able to lift 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodations
- Must complete PA required training in Community Participation Supports within 30 days of employment
Responsibilities
- Follow all organizational health, safety, confidentiality, and facility policies
- Clean and sanitize offices, common areas, meeting rooms, kitchens, restrooms, and other designated spaces.
- Follow all proper procedures for handling cleaning products, equipment, and waste
- Sweep, vacuum, mop, dust, and clean floors and surfaces
- Clean windows, mirrors, doors, fixtures, and other assigned areas
- Clean and sanitize restrooms and replenish paper products, soap, and other supplies
- Assist in cleaning incidents that may occur during workday
- Removing trash and sanitizing trash containers
- Restock supply cabinet/room
- Monitor, order, receive, and maintain adequate inventory of housekeeping and facility supplies when supervisor is not present
- Clean and disinfect areas affected by bodily fluids or human waste when necessary, following all organizational safety procedures, infection control practices, and applicable protocols using PPE, cleaning products, and disposal procedures
- Report maintenance issues, safety concerns, damage, or needed repairs to the Operations Manager
- Assist with occasional special cleaning projects, events, and facility needs
- Participate in organizational public relations and/or fundraising events
- Attend professional development/team building training in person
- Work as a team player with colleagues to promote a positive and engaging work environment
- Complete annual required online training on Relias training platform
- Advocate for the rights of individuals with IDD in various settings, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and attend relevant training to stay current with best practices in the field.
- Support the mission and vision of Lighthouse Vocational Services
- Complete other tasks as assigned
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform repetitive motions Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull cleaning supplies
- Ability to safely operate vacuums, mops, carts, and other housekeeping equipment
- Ability to maintain sufficient mobility, balance, and coordination to safely perform housekeeping duties
- Ability to wear PPE while performing assigned cleaning and sanitation tasks
- Ability to move quickly in emergency situations
- Ability to lift up to fifty pounds
- Able to push and pull up to 25 pounds
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16