Housekeeper

JOB TITLE:                   Housekeeper - (HKPR)

DEPARTMENT:           Operations

PURPOSE:                   Reports to Kitchen Manager and is responsible for a clean, sanitary and safe living and work environment, in compliance with regulations as mandated by federal, state and local laws.  Acts as role model to volunteers.

JOB FUNCTIONS:       

1. Cleans and maintains all areas in all buildings at the base facility.

1. Operates and maintains facility housekeeping equipment and assures its proper use and storage to include carpet cleaning system, buffer / scrubber and vacuum cleaners.

1. Assists with ground maintenance as needed; watering the grounds, maintaining mulch beds, trimming bushes, removal of snow, and salting of walks when necessary.

1. Participates as a presenter for departmental or staff education programs.

1. Advises staff on proper sanitation and cleaning procedures when necessary.

1. Washes and changes linens in preparation for respite guests.

1. Assists in the development and implements the annual housekeeping preventive maintenance schedules.

1. Maintains paper and liquid hygiene stock for living and public bathrooms for all facility buildings.

1. Attends education in-service programs and serves as a presenter for various in-services when required by the Operations Director.

EDUCATION:

High School Graduate or equivalent.

QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent written and verbal skills.

Minimum of six (6) months experience preferred as a housekeeper.

Knowledge of general cleaning agents and their proper use.

Experience preferred in general cleaning and use of a carpet cleaning
system, buffer / scrubber, vacuum cleaners, etc.

Need minimal supervision.

Ability to teach proper cleaning techniques to staff and clients.

Valid driver's license.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Must be available to work in emergency situations.

Ability to work flexible shifts, days / hours when requested to by the Operations Director.

May be exposed to infectious diseases and behaviorally aggressive individuals.

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Full-Time – Employees are eligible for the following:

· Medical Standard Plan – 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

· Dental Insurance – 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

. Vision Insurance - 1st of the month following 30 days of employment

· Short-Term Disability - $150.00 weekly benefit (no cost to employee)

· $1000 referral bonus – paid out over the course of 1 year

· Simple IRA – up to 3% employer match when employee qualifies to participate

· Vacation buy-out options

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – no cost to employee

· Annual Merit Increases – as budget allows

· PTO 152 hours per year

· Holiday Monetary Gift – end of the year as budget allows

· Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance - $20,000 policy – (no cost to employee)

. 8 paid holidays

. 1 paid floating holiday