Housekeeping Aide - Full Time Day Shift

About the Role

Become a valued member of the team at Waycross Health & Rehab, a nonprofit organization committed to delivering outstanding care in the community. This full-time day position offers a supportive environment and recognition for your important daily efforts.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting hourly wage of $13.65 with weekly pay periods
• myFlexPay option allowing early access to earned wages
• Paid time off with option to cash out
• Seven paid holidays annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Referral bonus program

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform sweeping, damp mopping, and wet mopping of tile floors; occasionally spray buff, strip, or wax floors in accordance with center procedures and safety signage requirements
• Report carpet areas needing cleaning or stain removal to supervisor
• Vacuum carpets in appropriate areas
• Dust and damp clean surfaces including furniture, bedframes, windowsills in patient rooms, adhering to infection control and safety standards
• Empty and clean trash cans inside and out, replacing liners as needed
• Clean bathroom fixtures including sinks, toilets, and related hardware
• Clean glass surfaces such as mirrors, pictures, and windows
• Move furniture to clean underneath and behind as required
• Turn bed mattresses following cleaning
• Clean dining areas after meals by wiping tables, sweeping, and mopping
• Change and rehang soiled privacy curtains and exterior window draperies using appropriate safety precautions like ladders
• Sweep exterior porches and walkways, and pick up improperly disposed trash
• Follow established cleaning schedules and infection control protocols, including use of isolation techniques where indicated
• Treat patients and their belongings with respect and uphold patient rights during cleaning activities
• Secure cleaning chemicals safely, observing MSDS guidelines and keeping chemicals locked or within sight
• Maintain housekeeping equipment and supplies, performing inspections and reporting maintenance needs
• Ensure adequate supply levels of items like soap, lotion, paper towels, and toilet tissue in center bathrooms
• Prevent buildup of wax and dirt in corners, baseboards, and doorways
• Demonstrate servant leadership by promoting the organization’s image and contributing to team initiatives and system-wide projects
• Perform additional duties as necessary to support overall center success

Required Skills and Abilities

• Fundamental knowledge of cleaning techniques and chemical safety
• Effective communication skills with coworkers, patients, family members, and visitors displayed through a warm and approachable demeanor
• Ability to follow written, oral, and diagram instructions accurately
• Mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Ability to apply common sense and problem-solving for routine situations
• Physical capability to perform tasks including walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and handling cleaning equipment, with vision sufficient for detail work

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Additional Information

This role does not require supervisory responsibilities. The position maintains a drug-free workplace and complies with equal opportunity employment standards regarding gender, disability, and veteran status.