Mountain View Retirement Village
Position Summary
Job Description
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Housekeeper Floor Tech to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:
Celebration
Accountability
Passion for Learning
Love One Another
Intelligent Risk Taking
Customer Second (Employee First!)
Ownership
· Ensures compliance with Resident Rights and HIPAA policies at all times.
· Performs heavier cleaning functions as assigned. These may include shampooing carpets, cleaning windows, wiping down walls and wiping light fixtures.
· Proficient in the operation of a carpet extractor
· Dusts horizontal surfaces.
· Empties wastebaskets, removes waste, relines basket.
· Damp-wipes or dust all furniture.
· Cleans and polishes metal, plastic, and porcelain fixtures in bathrooms.
· Mops and sanitize floors of rooms and offices.
· Spot cleans walls and windows. Polishes metal surfaces. Replenishes room supplies such as toilet paper, tissues, soap, etc.
· Vacuums carpets and spot clean as needed.
· Assists in cleaning of emergency spills when requested.
· Follows all infection control measures and uses Standard Precautions.
· Utilizes only community-approved cleaning products. Follows product instructions for effective use and follows appropriate product safety instructions. Stores cleaning products in compliance with community policy and regulatory requirements.
· Maintains and stores cleaning equipment properly after use and recommend repairs or replacement as needed.
· Observes and reports the need for repairs to community equipment, furniture, building and fixtures to the housekeeping director or designated manager.
· Perform other duties as reasonably assigned by your Supervisor or the Executive Director.
Supervisory Responsibility
· None
Work Environment
· Works in all areas of the community.
· Moves frequently during working hours.
· Is subject to frequent interruptions and may need to reschedule cleaning activities.
· Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
· Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.
· Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary, as well as in other positions as needed.
· Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
· Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
· Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB, COVID-19 and the AIDS and Hepatitis viruses.
· May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
Specific Requirements
· Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
· Must meet minimum age requirements as set forth by state and federal regulatory guidelines.
· Must be able to obtain criminal history clearance.
· Must comply with all training requirements.
· Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.
· Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
· Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of housekeeping areas, must perform regular inspections of resident rooms/units for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
· Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
· Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing housekeeping practices.
· Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixing of cleaning compounds, liquids, disinfecting solutions, etc.
· Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
· Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
· Must be able to operate washers and dryers, vacuum cleaner, call bell/intercom/telephone systems, and other housekeeping equipment deemed necessary and appropriate.
Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)
· Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
· Must be able to Ability to understand and speak English at a level which allows the safe, efficient performance of the job.
· Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
· Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
· Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents, personnel.
· Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this community which include a medical and physical examination.
· Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the community.
· Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Occasional carrying of cleaning supplies.
· Must be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
· May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications
· One to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
