Job Description

Job Title: Housekeeping and Laundry Aide

Location: 8861 Fulton Street Houston TX 77022

Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this position is to implement facility laundry procedures in an efficient costeffective manner to safely meet residents needs in compliance with federal state and local requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Willingness and ability to follow simple directions

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  Some judgment and initiative in carrying out duties in an orderly fashion

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  Must stand and wiki on cement surfaces throughout the entire shift while performing job duties.

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  Must be able to lift and carry

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  Must be able to push/pull equipment

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  Must be able to bend twist and reach while performing job duties

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  Must be able to work around wet slippery conditions such as floors.

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  Must be able to work around odors dust and exposure to various cleansing chemicals.

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  May be occupationally exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

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  Must be able to comply with infection control procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position works under the direct supervision of the Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor and is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of assigned areas of the facility in a sanitary and acceptable manner.

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  Follow oral and written instructions

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  Follow material safety data sheets (MSDS) and where they are kept.

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  Operate housekeeping/laundry equipment safely

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  Perform cleaning procedures in accordance with facility policy

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  Observe waste disposal procedures in accordance with facility policy; follow directions

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  Assist in proper care of laundry equipment

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  Identify and report any equipment malfunction to the Supervisor

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  Report any observed area in poor repair to the Supervisor

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  Use laundry supplies efficiently

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  Attend inservice training programs for housekeeping/laundry employees

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  Observe infection control procedures related to Laundry Dept

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  Follow Residents Rights policies at all times

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  Follow the Facility Safety program

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  Come to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality

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  Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner

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  Assume accountability for data contained in the employees handbook

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  Perform other related duties as directed by his/her Supervisor

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