Cleveland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC is hiring: HOUSEKEEPING in Clev

General Description

Under the direction of the Housekeeping / Laundry Supervisor, the Housekeeper is

responsible for cleaning resident rooms and other interior and exterior Facility areas and

assisting in maintaining a clean and attractive environment for the residents.

Essential Duties

1. Cleans and straightens (including vacuuming, wiping, moping, polishing, etc.)

rooms, offices, and common areas; polishes and removes items; checks that

resident rooms are safe, comfortable, and maintained in an attractive manner.

2. Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in shift assignments to meet Facility

needs.

3. Cleans and sanitizes areas of responsibility according to Facility policy and

procedure.

4. Moves and arranges resident's furniture and equipment as directed by the

supervisor.

5. Cleans resident dining areas at the completion of meal service and adheres to

weekly cleaning schedule of the dining area.

6. Cleans and sanitizes resident bathrooms and common bath areas.

7. Cleans and maintains windows and walls in resident rooms and common areas.

8. Complies with weekly departmental cleaning schedule.

9. Adheres to all cleaning chemical hazards as indicated on supplies.

10. Demonstrates ability to locate emergency equipment (i.e. fire extinguisher).

11. Demonstrates ability to identify / respond appropriately to potential behavioral

outbursts.

12. Complies with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) guidelines for chemical use.

13. Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a

positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude.

14. Performs Laundry Aide duties as needed.

Standard Requirements

1. Supports the Mission, Values and Vision of the Facility.

2. Is knowledgeable of resident rights and supports an atmosphere which allows for

the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.

3. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:

OSHA and safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices,

established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or

correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.

4. Adheres to:

a. Confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations

data.

b. HIPAA regulations

c. Quality Assurance requirements and compliance with regulatory

requirements.

d. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment

free from sexual harassment and illegal and discriminatory behavior.

e. Code of Conduct and Compliance Programs when performing job

functions

5. Supports and participates in common teamwork:

a. Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plans and completes

job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate

judgment.

b. Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional

situations.

c. Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents

regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.

d. Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members and

guests.

e. Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance,

uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work

duties as assigned.

f. Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a

positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude.

6. Immediately reports incidents of alleged resident abuse or neglect or alleged

violations of residents' rights to Supervisor or Executive Director.

7. Maintains current practice standards or changes by participating in educational

opportunities provided by the Facility and outside resources.

Other Duties

Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job, but

which may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances. Performs

other work duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training: A High School diploma or equivalent preferred or sufficient

knowledge and education to perform job functions.

A.D.A ((Americans with Disabilities Act)(as amended)) REQUIREMENTS: Must be

able to bend, stoop, push, pull, and walk and stand for most of the working day. Requires

manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as fax, telephone,

etc. Requires normal range of hearing and vision. Must be free from communicable

diseases that pose a "direct threat" to the health or safety of others and which cannot be

eliminated by a reasonable accommodation. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50

pounds, and be able to carry and transport supplies. Must be able to pass a post-offer, preemployment

physical health examination as a condition of employment. Must be capable

of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable

accommodation(s).

Skill(s): Must possess proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills;

proficient interpersonal relations and communication skills; decision-making skills, basic

computer skills; and be able to operate various medical and/or office equipment. Must

demonstrate knowledge of safety techniques. Must be able to communicate in English,

both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the

tasks required.

Experience: A minimum of three months prior experience in long-term care preferred.