What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping Part-Time position at Linwood Meadows Care Center?
Housekeeper (Part-Time)
Facility: Linwood Meadows Care Center
Salary Range: $17.48 - $17.50 per hour
General Purpose
The Housekeeper plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This position ensures that all areas of the facility are free of obstacles, odors, and debris, contributing to the overall health, comfort, and well-being of those in our care.
Essential Duties
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Linwood Meadows Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Facility: Linwood Meadows Care Center
Salary Range: $17.48 - $17.50 per hour
General Purpose
The Housekeeper plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This position ensures that all areas of the facility are free of obstacles, odors, and debris, contributing to the overall health, comfort, and well-being of those in our care.
Essential Duties
- Clean and maintain public and common areas including lobbies, restrooms, drinking fountains, and floors.
- Ensure resident rooms and bathrooms are cleaned and sanitized regularly.
- Wipe down handrails to keep them free of dust and debris.
- Remove dirt, dust, and food from walls, mirrors, windows, light fixtures, towel bars, and dispensers.
- Empty trash cans and replace liners as needed.
- Sweep and mop floors throughout the facility.
- Follow safety protocols, including use of caution signage and proper storage of cleaning chemicals.
- Operate cleaning equipment and use supplies according to manufacturer instructions.
- Keep housekeeping carts, equipment, and storage areas clean, organized, and sanitary.
- Report resident safety concerns immediately to the Director of Housekeeping, Administrator, or Director of Nursing.
- Notify the Director of Housekeeping when supplies need replenishment.
- Demonstrate excellent customer service and maintain a positive, professional attitude.
- Manage time effectively and complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Work independently or as part of a team to meet facility cleanliness standards.
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous housekeeping experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting is a plus.
- Ability to follow instructions, safety guidelines, and infection control practices.
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read and understand procedure manuals, instructions, and directions.
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
- Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
- Repetitive motion tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and wiping surfaces.
- Regular use of cleaning equipment and supplies.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond promptly to facility needs.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Linwood Meadows Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Salary : $17 - $18