Housekeeping Aide
- Full-Time
- Richmond, VA
- Westminster Canterbury Richmond
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
The Housekeeping Aide provides cleaning services according to established schedule and productivity standards to ensure the facility is maintained according to corporate policies, housekeeping guidelines and individual resident needs or requests.
Shift(s):
Full Time
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday with weekend rotation
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Remove all soiled linens/towels and all solid waste from each assigned apartment to ensure quality infection control; sanitize all containers in the process
Make beds according to departmental standards for assigned areas
Clean and sanitize restrooms and kitchens and provide clean bed linens and towels according to departmental standards to minimize the spread of germs and ensure sanitary conditions
Perform high and low dusting throughout apartments and public areas to provide clean ventilation of areas
Perform floor care to consist of sweeping, vacuuming and mopping according to departmental standards to provide a clean and safe environment
Provide and stock supplies as required according to departmental standards
Provide accurate/updated information on linen information form to ensure accurate information for all staff having to service each department
Clean and maintain equipment, storage area and work station according to departmental standards to ensure proper maintenance and upkeep of equipment and work station
Additional duties as assigned
EQUIPMENT:
Vacuum cleaner, cleaning cart
Mop, wringer, bucket
Duster, broom, dust pan
Ladder
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Walking, bending, standing, stooping, reaching, kneeling approximately 95% of the time
Ability to lift 25 pounds without assistance, 26+ pounds with manual or mechanical assistance
Ability to push/pull up to 25 pounds unassisted
Ability to climb a ladder
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
Ability to communicate effectively; to collaborate with team members and other departments
Ability to read work assignments and to communicate with residents/staff through verbal and written instructions
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
OSHA Certification
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or equivalency or combination of education and experience to fulfill requirements and essential duties of the position
One to two years directly related work experience
DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience working with seniors
Previous healthcare experience
Previous hospitality experience
REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
Exceptional customer service skills and the desire to work in an environment with high standards and expectations
Caring and compassion to residents, families, staff and guests
Dedication and compliance with attendance policies
Ability to take the initiative, a self starter
Personal effectiveness
Offers of employment are conditioned on applicants meeting requirements of a pre-employment drug screening and background check
Westminster Canterbury Richmond opened in 1975 and is a premier continuing care retirement community known for its tradition of service excellence. Our staff is a diverse group of approximately 650 professionals working in harmony to support our community and to uphold the mission and values of the organization.
As one of Richmond’s Top Workplaces, we offer competitive salary and benefits along with perks including an onsite gym, fitness classes, on site banking, and award winning on-site childcare with school age virtual learning classes with a generous employee discount.
If you want to work in an organization that is faith-based and mission-driven, that provides the highest level of care, holds staff accountable and makes a difference in people's lives, consider a career at Westminster Canterbury Richmond.
To Apply: https://careers.wcrichmond.org/senior-living-careers-richmond-va
Ask us how we are keeping our residents and employees safe during the COVID pandemic. Follow this link: https://www.wcrichmond.org/campus-policies-and-procedures
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Shift(s):
Full Time
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday with weekend rotation
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Remove all soiled linens/towels and all solid waste from each assigned apartment to ensure quality infection control; sanitize all containers in the process
Make beds according to departmental standards for assigned areas
Clean and sanitize restrooms and kitchens and provide clean bed linens and towels according to departmental standards to minimize the spread of germs and ensure sanitary conditions
Perform high and low dusting throughout apartments and public areas to provide clean ventilation of areas
Perform floor care to consist of sweeping, vacuuming and mopping according to departmental standards to provide a clean and safe environment
Provide and stock supplies as required according to departmental standards
Provide accurate/updated information on linen information form to ensure accurate information for all staff having to service each department
Clean and maintain equipment, storage area and work station according to departmental standards to ensure proper maintenance and upkeep of equipment and work station
Additional duties as assigned
EQUIPMENT:
Vacuum cleaner, cleaning cart
Mop, wringer, bucket
Duster, broom, dust pan
Ladder
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Walking, bending, standing, stooping, reaching, kneeling approximately 95% of the time
Ability to lift 25 pounds without assistance, 26+ pounds with manual or mechanical assistance
Ability to push/pull up to 25 pounds unassisted
Ability to climb a ladder
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
Ability to communicate effectively; to collaborate with team members and other departments
Ability to read work assignments and to communicate with residents/staff through verbal and written instructions
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
OSHA Certification
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or equivalency or combination of education and experience to fulfill requirements and essential duties of the position
One to two years directly related work experience
DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Experience working with seniors
Previous healthcare experience
Previous hospitality experience
REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
Exceptional customer service skills and the desire to work in an environment with high standards and expectations
Caring and compassion to residents, families, staff and guests
Dedication and compliance with attendance policies
Ability to take the initiative, a self starter
Personal effectiveness
Offers of employment are conditioned on applicants meeting requirements of a pre-employment drug screening and background check
Westminster Canterbury Richmond opened in 1975 and is a premier continuing care retirement community known for its tradition of service excellence. Our staff is a diverse group of approximately 650 professionals working in harmony to support our community and to uphold the mission and values of the organization.
As one of Richmond’s Top Workplaces, we offer competitive salary and benefits along with perks including an onsite gym, fitness classes, on site banking, and award winning on-site childcare with school age virtual learning classes with a generous employee discount.
If you want to work in an organization that is faith-based and mission-driven, that provides the highest level of care, holds staff accountable and makes a difference in people's lives, consider a career at Westminster Canterbury Richmond.
To Apply: https://careers.wcrichmond.org/senior-living-careers-richmond-va
Ask us how we are keeping our residents and employees safe during the COVID pandemic. Follow this link: https://www.wcrichmond.org/campus-policies-and-procedures