Housekeeper

About the position

Cedarhurst of Ft. Wayne is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join their team. This role is essential in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for residents, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing. The Housekeeper will work closely with the Environmental Services Director and will have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of residents daily.

Responsibilities

• Performing thorough cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, laundry, and trash removal.
• Performing cleaning duties to a schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) in assigned areas such as resident apartments, common areas, restrooms, and offices throughout the community.
• Collecting and laundering soiled linens in accordance with policies & regulations designed to protect the health and hygiene of residents and team members.
• Folding, sorting, and distributing clean laundry.
• Reporting supply and equipment needs to Supervisor and restock/replenish supplies as needed.
• Working in coordination with maintenance - reporting any necessary repairs noticed during the workday.
• Ensuring effective communication is being utilized by community staff with the residents' families concerning residents' care, encompassing their physical, personal, and emotional wellbeing.
• Working well with others and taking direction from management, as well as taking initiative with the capability to engage in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed.
• Fulfilling other duties as assigned to meet the needs of residents and the community.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous housekeeping experience preferred.
• CPR or BLS certificate preferred.
• Proficiency in Internet browsers (e.g., Explorer, Chrome, and Firefox), Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Publisher, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and any HR related systems if applicable.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) Plan with company match (after 1 year of service)