Joliet, IL – Housekeeping

Perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping/Laundry Departments and assuring resident safety in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulation governing our facility.  Activities may be directed by the Administrator, and/or the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor, to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner and an adequate supply of linen is on hand at all times to meet the needs of the resident.

·         Assure that work/cleaning schedules are followed.

·         Report all accidents/incidents to the supervisor no matter how minor they may be.

·         Report all hazardous conditions or equipment to your supervisor.

·         Report burned out light bulbs, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights on the maintenance log.

·         Attend all department and staff meetings, in in-service educational services, on the job training programs, etc., as scheduled or directed.

·         Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.

·         Participate and assist in department projects as directed.

·         Assure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable, and attractive manner.

·         Keep areas free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop/broom handles unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.

·         Keep areas clear of hazardous conditions, i.e., spills, excess laundry carts, baskets, supplies, equipment, etc.

·         Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored at all times, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, mealtimes, and end of the workday.

·         Keep supervisor informed of supply needs.

·         Use proper lifting procedures when assisting others in lifting heavy equipment and objects.

·         Maintain the confidentiality of resident’s information.

·         Treat residents with respect and properly care for their personal belongings.

·         Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks.

·         Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

·         High school diploma or GED required.

·         Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

·         Six (6) months prior experience preferred. On-the-job training provided