Housekeeper

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Summary of Responsibilities:

The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and comfortable environment throughout the personal care home community. This position performs routine housekeeping and cleaning services in resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, dining areas, and other assigned spaces in accordance with Company standards, infection control procedures, applicable federal and state regulations, and industry best practices.

The Housekeeper supports resident quality of life by promoting a clean and welcoming environment while maintaining professionalism, dignity, and respect in all resident interactions. The position requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in an active healthcare and residential environment.

The content of this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expectations performed by employees in this position. All activities are completed in accordance with company policies and procedures, including confidentiality and HIPAA requirements, and in compliance with equal employment opportunity standards and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Essential Functions/ Duties:

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, common areas, dining rooms, and other assigned areas in accordance with established cleaning schedules and infection control procedures.
• Dust, sweep, mop, vacuum, wash windows, polish furniture, and perform general cleaning duties.
• Empty trash receptacles and properly dispose of waste in accordance with Company procedures and safety standards.
• Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces and healthcare-related areas to reduce infection risks.
• Replenish supplies including soap, paper products, toiletries, and cleaning materials as needed.
• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, damaged equipment, or environmental concerns promptly to leadership.
• Follow proper procedures for handling linens, biohazard materials, cleaning chemicals, and hazardous substances.
• Assist with room preparation and cleaning for resident admissions, transfers, discharges, and room turnovers.
• Maintain housekeeping carts, equipment, storage areas, and cleaning supplies in a clean and organized manner.
• Follow all infection control procedures, OSHA standards, hazard communication requirements, and PPE guidelines.
• Interact professionally and respectfully with residents, families, visitors, vendors, and employees.
• Support emergency cleaning needs, spill response, and outbreak or infection control cleaning procedures as directed.
• Assist with maintaining compliance with Department of Human Services (DHS) personal care home regulations and Company cleanliness standards.
• Participate in community safety, emergency preparedness, and disaster response activities as assigned.

Other Duties:

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 35 pounds independently and heavier weights with assistance.
• Ability to safely operate housekeeping equipment and cleaning tools.
• Ability to work indoors for extended periods while performing repetitive cleaning tasks.
• Adequate visual, hearing, and manual dexterity abilities necessary to safely perform essential job functions.

Safety Hazards and the Physical Environment:

Work is primarily performed indoors within personal care home communities. The employee may be exposed to varying environmental conditions and operational hazards associated with housekeeping and healthcare-related settings, including but not limited to:

• Healthcare environments involving residents with medical conditions
• Communicable illnesses and exposure to biohazard materials or bodily fluids
• Cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, dust, and other housekeeping-related materials
• Wet floors, slippery surfaces, and repetitive physical activity
• Housekeeping equipment including vacuums, mops, carts, and cleaning tools
• Exposure to odors, laundry materials, and waste disposal processes
• Prolonged standing, bending, reaching, and walking throughout the community
• Emergency cleaning situations requiring immediate response

Employees are expected to follow all Company safety policies, infection control procedures, OSHA standards, hazard communication requirements, emergency preparedness procedures, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements at all times.

At-Will Employment Statement:

Employment with Aquinas Senior Living and affiliated communities is on an at-will basis. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause, unless otherwise prohibited by law or subject to a written employment agreement signed by an authorized company representative. Nothing in this job description or any company policy shall be construed to create a contract of employment or guarantee of continued employment.

Requirements:

Required Skills/ Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic housekeeping, sanitation, and infection control practices.
• Ability to safely use housekeeping equipment, cleaning chemicals, and related supplies.
• Ability to follow cleaning schedules, procedures, and safety instructions.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and cleanliness standards.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple assignments efficiently.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and interact respectfully with residents, families, visitors, vendors, and employees.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect resident information in accordance with HIPAA and Company standards.
• Ability to recognize and report safety hazards, maintenance concerns, or infection control issues promptly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented healthcare environment.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent. (Required)
• Previous housekeeping, environmental services, hospitality, healthcare, senior living, or long-term care experience (Preferred)
• Experience working in healthcare or residential environments (Preferred)

Work Authorization/ Clearances:

• Criminal History Clearances
• FBI fingerprint clearance (if required)
• Pre-employment drug screening (if applicable)
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Physical Requirements and Physical Demands:

• Full-time or part-time based on operational and community needs.
• Flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.