Housekeeper

- Performs cleaning and janitorial duties such as: vacuuming, dusting, mopping, cleaning windows, disinfecting – deep and light cleaning

- Assists in identifying and reporting safety hazards and environmental risks - reports needs for major and minor repairs to Housekeeping Supervisor/Lead

- Ensures the safe handling, storage, and supervision of chemicals and hazardous materials, maintaining secure housekeeping carts when not under direct supervision

- Ensures all cleaning chemicals are properly labeled and stored in accordance with safety guidelines

- Follows infection prevention and control practices, including proper cleaning, disinfecting, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

- Maintain a neat and clean appearance; closed-toe shoes are required

- Must be able to perform duties in accordance with the guidelines mandated by Social Services as the licensing agent of this facility

- Be of acceptable physical and mental health to carry out assigned duties

- Employee must possess mature judgment skills and be able to respond to emergency situations

- Laundry/Linens (wash, dry, hang & put away in proper places)

- Keeps housekeeping closet(s) neat and orderly

- Assist in control of sanitation

- Able to work under time constraints while maintaining attention to safety and quality

- Performs daily tasks as set forth by the Housekeeping Supervisor/Designee

- Attendance is required during inclement weather

- Follows infection control policies & procedures

- Follows all policies & procedures of Runk and Pratt

- Maintains appropriate & respectful conduct within the workplace

- Provides support in any area that may arise that is above and beyond the normal expectations for this position

Qualifications

- Able to lift, push, pull and carry a minimum weight of 50 lbs. without limitations using proper body mechanics

- Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time

- Able to kneel, bend and crawl

- Able to squat and crouch

- Able to work in confined areas

- Able to tolerate exposure to dust and cleaning chemicals

- Graduation from high school or GED

- Complete annual in-service training as required

- State Police background check that is free from barrier offenses

- A current Tuberculosis screening on or within 7 days prior to the first day of employment and free from Tuberculosis

- At least every other weekend & holiday hours required

- The ability to meet physical requirements for position

- The ability to pass a drug test