Housekeeper Part-Time

Housekeeper - Part-Time

Facility: Gateway Post Acute
Location: Porterville, CA
Pay Range: $17.08 - $17.48 per hour (BOE)
Status: Part-Time
Department: Environmental Services / Housekeeping
General Purpose

The primary purpose of the Housekeeper position at Gateway Post Acute is to maintain a safe, clean, orderly, and sanitary environment throughout the facility.

This role supports resident comfort, infection control standards, and overall facility safety by ensuring all assigned areas are clean and free of obstacles and odors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Maintain cleanliness of all public and common areas including lobby, restrooms, drinking fountains, and floors


* Clean and maintain resident rooms and bathrooms


* Clean and disinfect handrails, high-touch surfaces, and common-use areas


* Remove dust, dirt, and debris from walls, mirrors, windows, light fixtures, towel bars, and dispensers


* Empty trash receptacles and replace liners


* Sweep, mop, and maintain floors in assigned areas


* Follow proper safety procedures while cleaning, including the use of caution signage


* Store cleaning supplies and chemicals safely and out of resident reach


* Use cleaning supplies and equipment according to manufacturer instructions


* Maintain housekeeping carts, equipment, and storage areas in a clean and orderly manner


* Report resident safety concerns immediately to the Director of Housekeeping, Administrator, or Director of Nursing


* Notify the Director of Housekeeping when supplies need replenishment


* Demonstrate excellent customer service and a positive attitude


* Manage time effectively and complete assigned tasks independently or as part of a team

Supervisory Requirements


* This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience


* High School Diploma or GED preferred


* Experience in a long-term care or healthcare environment preferred

Skills and Abilities

Language Skills


* Ability to read and understand written procedures and instructions


* Fluency in written and spoken English

Mathematical Skills


* Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Reasoning Ability


* Ability to solve practical problems


* Ability to follow written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions

Physical Demands


* Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds


* Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, and bending


* Regular use of housekeeping tools and equipment


* Occasional use of office equipment such as telephone or copier


* Ability to meet physical demands of cleaning in a healthcare environment

Work Environment


* Skilled Nursing Facility setting


* Exposure to cleaning chemicals and disinfectants


* Noise and odor levels typically low to moderate


* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perf...