What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping Worker part time position at The New Jewish Home Career Center?
The Environmental Services Department on the Manhattan campus is seeking part time (15 hours per week) Housekeeping Workers to join our team! The work shift is 8 am to 4 pm. We need workers who are available every weekend/ holiday, as needed. Those who will be hired are expected to be available to attend 5 days orientation.
Job Summary:
Under general supervision of the Housekeeping Supervisor/Manager cleans and services building areas, moves furniture, equipment and supplies in and around the facility.
Job Duties:
- Clean, disinfect and sanitize all areas of the facility to include but not limited to corridors, common areas, lobby, offices, restrooms, stairwells and elevators.
- Collect, clean, reline receptacles and dispose of trash following approved procedures and infection control plans.
- Clean, disinfect and sanitize resident rooms and corridors to include but not limited to high touch areas; furniture; beds; restrooms, handrails, overbed tables and commodes using proper cleaning and disinfection techniques and chemicals.
- Must work with various cleaning chemicals and solutions.
- Move equipment and furniture for proper cleaning and place furniture back in correct placement.
- Wash walls, windows, furniture, baseboards and other items needed to maintain a clean safe. environment for our residents, visitors and staff.
- Remove, transport Regulated Medical Waste in compliance with Infection Control and Blood-borne Pathogen Policies and Procedures.
- Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, sanitary and attractive manner.
- Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using chemicals and equipment.
- Ensure that established Infection Control practices are maintained when performing all tasks.