Housekeeping

This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt, benefited position which includes weekend, evening and holiday hours. The full-time Housekeeper is responsible for the upkeep, cleanliness and appearance of the interior areas of the George Mark Children’s House as well as Ruth’s Café. This position assists in the daily upkeep, cleanliness and appearance of all areas of GMCH and in the dietary department and any additional tasks as requested. This position reports to the Head Chef/Dietary Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

General housekeeping responsibilities:

• Accountable for the interior upkeep, cleanliness and appearance of all areas of GMCH. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to: sweeping, mopping, polishing and vacuuming floors and carpets, dusting and polishing woodwork, furniture and equipment, washing windows, walls and restrooms, cleaning blinds, emptying and cleaning trash and recycling receptacles, replenishing sanitary supplies and moving furniture.
• Performs special cleaning projects as outlined on the GMCH Cleaning Frequency Schedule.
• Thoroughly disinfect patient rooms at the end of stay, following OSHA and CDPH guidelines.
• Occasionally assists with upkeep, cleanliness and appearance of outdoor areas.
• Works cooperatively with other Housekeepers and department managers to achieve agreed upon time and goal deadlines in support of overall facility services.
• Works collaboratively with other departments and clinical staff regarding facilities support for events.
• Turns in shift report daily.
• Attends departmental and staff meetings as requested.
• Responsible for carrying out GMCH Mission in daily duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dietary/Housekeeping Manager.

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Work comfortably in an alternative healthcare setting serving families and children who are seriously ill or dying.
• Perform job duties in an ethical and culturally sensitive manner without regard to any protected category as defined by federal, state or local law.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff and contractors with an emphasis on positive relations.
• On a daily basis, show the skills and basic competencies of a housekeeper/dietary aide, including managing multiple, competing and varied tasks, time management, listening skills, problem solving, decision making, and successfully managing work-flow.
• Understands and adheres to GMCH compliance standards as they appear in the GMCH Personnel Manual, GMCH Policies and Procedures Manuals and Departmental memos.
• Valid California Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Competency in using the Internet, including Microsoft Internet Explorer and Microsoft Outlook computer programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience that would demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities as outlined above is qualifying. Specifically, formal or informal education or training which insures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance; and at least 1 (one) year of recent, full-time custodial experience involving the use of chemicals in the cleaning and maintenance of a building facility. High School diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Working conditions in the interior of GMCH are clean, well-lit and free from extremes of temperature and humidity. Working conditions in outside areas of GMCH are subject to extreme variations in temperature and humidity, and may include wind and rain. Has the ability to sit, climb, reach, stand and bend, has use of both legs and hands possess the ability to have broad range of wrist/arm motion. Has the ability to grasp/hold objects and tools. This individual must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. alone and up to 75 lbs. with assistance. This individual must exhibit sufficient hearing to understand conversations, both in person and on the telephone. Reasonable accommodations will be made for some physical demands and mental demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.

KEY: “C”= continuously (more than 66%), “F”= frequently (34-66%), “O”= occasionally (10-33%) and “R”= rarely (less than 10%).

On the job, the employee must:

PHYSICAL

MENTAL

(C) Bend

(C) Stand

(C) See

(C) Communicate orally in English language

(F) Squat

(C) Walk

(C) Hear

(C) Read/comprehend in English

(O) Crawl

(C) Handle Objects

(F) Smell

(O) Write in English

(O) Climb

(C) Push/Pull

(C) Reason and Analyze

(F) Kneel

(C) Reach below waist

(F) Perform calculations

(C) Reach above shoulder

(F) Use of fine finger movements

(C) Prolonged concentration/intensity

(C) Coordination, including eye-hand and eye-foot

(C) Multi-tasking/Listening

Must carry/lift/push/pull loads of: (C) up to 25 lbs., (F) from 25-50 lbs., (O) 50-75 lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

On the job, the employee may encounter or be exposed to:

(F) Chemical/Biological agent or fumes

(O) Confined or cramped spaces

(R) Construction activities

(R) Elevated work locations

(F) Contact with water/liquids

(R) Temperature variations cold/hot/climatic changes

(R) Drive motorized equipment

(F) Dust

(O) Gas systems

OTHER

This job description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.