Housekeeper

Company: Bishop Gadsden
Location: Charleston
Posted on: September 4, 2020

Job Description:

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OBJECTIVE:The objective of this position is to maintain a clean environment for residents and staff throughout theBishop Gadsden Community by completing general and detailed housekeeping functions in theseareas.
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Be BG - Why Work for us:
BENEFITS FOR BISHOP GADSDEN TEAM MEMBERS

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• End-of-the-Year Bonus
  
• Scholarship Opportunities for Education and Student Debt
  
• Generous Paid Time-Off Program
  
• Cash-In Unused Paid Time-Off
  
• 401(k) Matching Retirement Plan
  
• eLearning Classes and Certificates
  
• Monthly Employee Celebrations with Gift Card Giveaways
  
• 8 Holidays, paid at time and a half
  
• Free holiday meals
  
• Company Paid CPR/AED Classes
  
• Cafe Discounts
  
• Wellness Programs and Facilities
  
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  
• Flexible Spending Account
  
• Health Reimbursement Account with $1,000 to spend on medical expenses
  
• Short and Long Term Disability
  
• Company Paid Life Insurance
  
• Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year Recognition Programs
  
• Annual Nursing Awards
  
• Monthly Safety Cash Giveaways
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Employee Loan Program
  
• Free and Close Proximity Parking
  
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  
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  • Prepare supplies and equipment as needed from supply area and load onto cleaning cart. Keep Housekeeping closet and cleaning cart clean and organized.
    
  • Clean residents' apartments, common areas and offices following Bishop Gadsden cleaning standards.
    
  • Sweep/vacuum all assigned areas, mop hard floors
    
  • Clean all room furnishings, fixtures, ledges
    
  • Clean windows, blinds, mirrors, walls, ceilings, elevators
    
  • Empty wastebaskets
    
  • Follow safety policies and procedures and maintain safe work habits at all times.
    
  • Post "wet floor" signs.
    
  • Do not leave chemicals on carts unattended.
    
  • Ensure that all chemicals are labeled properly.
    
  • Leave clear pathways and entryways.
    
  • Follow recommended HazMat instructions.
    
  • Communicate with members of team and supervisor in a pleasant and efficient manner.
    
  • Participate in staff functions as necessary as a member of the staff of this facility.
    
    BISHOP GADSDEN RESPONSIBILITIES:
    
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    • Assume accountability for department and facility policies and procedures and assume accountability for information contained in the current employee handbook.
      
    • Adhere to established facility and departmental safety policies and procedures.
      
    • Participate in facility emergency drill procedures.
      
    • Perform all responsibilities with adherence to Resident's Rights and HIPAA.
      
    • Maintain professional appearance and conduct exhibiting a respectful and courteous demeanor at all times.
      
    • Adhere to the Bishop Gadsden dress code policy and guidelines.
      
    • Adhere to Bishop Gadsden cellphone policy.
      
    • Participate in educational and departmental opportunities.
      
    • Attend mandatory continuing education sessions.
      
    • Attend department meetings and/or educational opportunities as required.
      
    • Attend facility functions and demonstrate interest in Bishop Gadsden activities.
      
    • Show evidence of working as a team member.
      
    • Adhere to attendance and scheduling requirements.
      
    • Accept additional duties as necessary in a cooperative manner.
      
    • Observe fiscal responsibility in use of Bishop Gadsden resources and purchases made on behalf of Bishop Gadsden.
      
      REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
      
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      • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
        
      • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and written.
        
      • Interpersonal skills are necessary for exchanging information as well as maintaining a courteous relationship with the residents, families, visitors and Bishop Gadsden employees.
        
      • Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
        
        REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
        
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        • High school education or equivalent preferred.
          
          ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
          
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          • The physical demands, with reasonable accommodations, of an employee in this position are as follows:
            
          • Manual dexterity, particularly in hand/arms.
            
          • Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, squat, climb, reach above head, carry, and lift (up to 50 lbs.).
            
          • Ability to operate computer and keyboard.
            
          • Ability to sit and stand for periods of time.
            
          • Ability to read and comprehend numbers and written material both on paper and on computer systems.
            
          • Ability to work in a professional office environment and represent the community both in manner and appearance.
            
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