Housekeepers not only help maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and general safety of the community, they get the opportunity to bond with our residents on a daily basis and help make a difference in their lives. He or she works with a minimum of supervision to ensure all areas are maintained in a sanitary, orderly, and attractive condition by performing various tasks using the necessary equipment and supplies, which includes cleaning all common areas and resident rooms as assigned.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents
• Cleans room as assigned, including dusting, polishing, vacuuming, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, etc.
• Cleans, details, and refills supplies for all assigned areas of the facility as needed, including common areas, offices, etc.
• Maintains clean, organized work areas and securely stores equipment and supplies
• Relates to residents in a courteous, understanding, and cooperative manner
• Cleans office areas and other common areas according to a regular schedule or as requested by the supervisor or other as designated
• Ensures all housekeeping supplies and equipment are labeled and stored appropriately
• Inventories housekeeping supplies on a regular basis and submits orders to supervisor for needed products

Qualifications & Physical Requirements:

• Knowledge of commercial cleaning methods and tools/products
• Safety and customer service oriented
• Reliable and dependable
• Able to work without direct supervision
• Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
• Able to work flexible schedule, which may include working days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Able to interact in a positive manner with residents

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• One year of relevant experience preferred

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.