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Housekeeping AssistantThe Housekeeping Assistant is responsible to perform a variety of general housekeeping/cleaning duties in various areas to maintain the community in a sanitary, safe, attractive and orderly condition.Essential Functions Statement(s)Performs all housekeeping/cleaning duties but not limited to: Receives assignments from leader and follows cleaning schedule as outlined for housekeeping department to clean offices, resident rooms, handicap and visitors restrooms, activity room, kitchen restroom, service entrance and therapy room, entrances and exits, utility areas, closets, lounges, breakrooms, lobbies, halls, etc.Performs emergency housekeepingCleans, dusts, washes, and disinfects all fixtures, floors, walls, doors and ceilings, as requiredScours and polishes water fountains, sinks, mirrors, glass panels in doors and partitions, brass and movable and stationary furnishings and fixturesChanges slip covers, scarves, doilies, etc, when soiled, arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly fashionCleans ledges, shelves, vents, windows, window sills, etc.Removes and re-hangs curtains, drapes, and dividers for cleaning, when neededReplenishes supply of soap and towels in appropriate receptaclesEmpties and cleans waste basketsWorks with personnel/services floors in resident rooms, baths, lounges, nurses' stations, and offices as assignedOversees terminal cleaning duties according to established procedure in resident rooms when resident has been discharged or transferred and prepare rooms for new occupantsOversees cleaning duties in isolation units when resident is transferred according to established procedures (see Nursing Procedure Manual)Vacuums and shampoos all carpeting and rugs (has small rugs laundered)Assists in quarterly inventory processAll Special Care Units--Follows all appropriate safety and security guidelines, procedures and protocol for residents in the UnitPerforms all other duties as assigned or directedCompetency Statement(s)Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.Skills & AbilitiesEducation: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): PreferredExperience: Six (6) months to one (1) year of related experience preferredComputer Skills: Must possess basic computer skillsOther Requirements: Must be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language; Must be able to operate/utilize basic housekeeping equipment and supplies; Must be able to work with other housekeeping assistants, elderly residents, families and other health care staff; Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee HandbookWe're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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