Housekeeper - Kamloops, Canada - The Shores Retirement Residence

The Shores Retirement Residence

Verified Company

Kamloops, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

As a valued member of the team, the Housekeeper demonstrates a commitment to resident safety by providing quality care in accordance with organization's vision and mission.

Reporting to the Environmental Services Manager, the housekeeper performs general housekeeping activities within the established guidelines for health and safety, infection control and quality management.

The Housekeeper is required to perform their duties in a manner consistent with the core values, ensure resident safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Receives assignment, assembles required materials and supplies, loads service cart and transports to work area;
Using specified cleaning/disinfecting/sanitizing agents, and follow specific procedures, work patterns and routines, performs such tasks as: (but not limited to)
Resident Room Cleaning as per assigned schedule
Sweeping, dry/wet mopping
Vacuuming and shampooing carpets, wax floor care
Spot cleaning walls, windows and doors
Dusting and sanitizing/disinfecting furniture, shelves, woodwork, etc.
Emptying wastebasket
Rearranging furniture
Daily cleaning and disinfecting of all bathroom floors, fixtures, and walls and replenishing supplies;
Monitor the cleanliness of privacy curtains in resident rooms and notify supervisor when they require laundering;
Ensures privacy of residents during performance of duties;
Prepares room for new occupant following prescribed procedures to ensure tour ready at all times;
Participates in inservice programs arranged by the home;
Demonstrates personal attributes and communication skills that foster customer satisfaction at all times;
Notifies supervisor when supplies are low or equipment is malfunctioning;
Work in accordance with the organization's Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Housekeeping experience required
Good understanding of chemical and equipment use
Ability to work independently or as a team
Strong customer service skills
Effective verbal and written English communication skills required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Interaction with male and female residents of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds;
Combination of natural light and fluorescent lighting;
Exposure to the elements (external building and property);
Exposure to variable temperatures both hot and cold;
Lifting alone and with assistance;
Pushing/pulling content;
Crouching, kneeling, stooping/bending for short periods of time;
Walking and climbing stairs frequently;
Standing for long periods of time.