Housekeeper -Full Time

Luther Manor is looking for a Full Time First Shift Housekeeper

The Housekeeper performs the daily floor care of the corridors, activity and craft rooms, dining rooms and any other areas assigned. The Housekeeper performs trash removal and linen pickups. The Housekeeper performs their work duties under the supervision of the housekeeping supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Pickup and dispose of trash and linens from several areas of the facility up to approximately 5 times per day.

• Dry mop and wet mop floors.

• Scrub and buff solid surface floors or shampoo carpeted floors on a routine basis.

• Remove infectious waste and properly dispose of it to the assigned area

• Observe and report the need for repairs to equipment, furniture, building and fixtures, and keep assigned equipment clean and in good repair. Keep equipment rooms in a clean, organized fashion.

• Move facility and/or resident furniture as assigned.

• Perform heavy duty cleaning to larger areas, such as dining or meeting space, as assigned.

• Perform set up of tables and take down following special events throughout the facility, as assigned.

• Follows state and federal regulations, as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Housekeeping Policies and Procedures.

• Must have the ability to interact tactfully, diplomatically and effectively with staff, residents, family members, visitors, volunteers and other Luther Manor guest.

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with residents and staff Must have the ability to read, write and communicate using the English language.

• Must have the ability to spend 90% of the work shift moving about the work area. Must be physically capable of performing job functions throughout an eight hour shift, include up to approximately 35 pounds.
• Must be able to demonstrate skills and knowledge of the proper use of chemicals and equipment use.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must be able to work a periodic weekend rotation.

• Must possess the ability to organize and manage time, set priorities and complete assignments on a timely basis under the supervision of the housekeeping supervisor.

• Actively participates in or initiates problem solving in job-related issues. Works positively with coworkers.
• Ability to frequently perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination.

• Ability to see objects closely, discriminate colors, and to hear normal sounds within some background of noise.