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Overview Housekeeper PART TIME at Brethren Retirement Community The Housekeeper performs daily cleaning duties throughout the facility in accordance with established safety and sanitation standards. This position plays a key role in creating a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Maintain assigned areas in a clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly condition. Tasks include but are not limited to: dusting, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, waxing, buffing, extracting, shampooing, polishing, disinfecting, deodorizing, and removing trash. Conduct regular inspections of resident rooms and equipment to ensure cleanliness and safety; report concerns or hazards to the Housekeeping Supervisor or Director of Environmental Services. Identify and report maintenance needs such as burnt-out lightbulbs, malfunctioning call lights, or equipment issues. Coordinate housekeeping tasks with other departments to minimize disruption to residents’ schedules and routines. Participate in resident care planning when requested. Monitor supply levels in utility and janitorial closets; ensure equipment and service areas are kept clean and organized. Assist in lifting or moving heavy items when needed. Communicate professionally with coworkers, residents, families, and other departments. Attend and participate in staff meetings, department in-services, and on-the-job training as directed. Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education And/Or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Previous housekeeping experience is preferred. Language Skills Ability to read and understand safety rules, equipment instructions, and standard operating procedures. Able to write simple reports and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors. Mathematical Skills Basic math skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute simple ratios and percentages. Reasoning Ability Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions. Capable of responding to changing situations and adapting routines as needed. Physical Demands The physical requirements of this role include frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally with assistance. Repetitive motions and twisting are common. Visual and sensory demands include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment This role may involve exposure to fumes, cleaning chemicals, airborne particles, wet or humid conditions, and outdoor weather. The noise level is typically moderate but may occasionally be loud. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities. ADA Compliance Brethren Retirement Community is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunity and access for all applicants. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please let us know. Privacy Understanding All employees may have access to confidential information and are expected to maintain strict privacy. Resident information must not be shared with anyone except authorized personnel directly involved in their care. All employees must complete annual compliance training and uphold the organization’s Code of Conduct in all duties. Employment details: Seniority level – Entry level; Employment type – Part-time; Job function – Other; Industries – Recreational Facilities and Facilities Services. #J-18808-Ljbffr Brethren Retirement Community

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