Housekeeping

Housekeeper/Laundry Aide Job Description

Position Summary The Housekeeper/Laundry Aide is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff. This position performs housekeeping and laundry duties while following infection control, safety, and resident rights standards. Essential Duties

• Clean resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, and dining areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, sanitize, and empty trash.
• Wash, dry, fold, sort, and distribute resident clothing and facility linens.
• Maintain housekeeping equipment, carts, and supplies in a clean and organized manner.
• Follow established cleaning schedules, infection control practices, and safety procedures.
• Report maintenance concerns, hazards, accidents, and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Treat residents with dignity, respect, and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Work cooperatively with residents, families, coworkers, and other departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping or laundry experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform physical duties throughout the workday.

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and pushing.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, soiled linens, and body fluids while using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must follow all infection prevention, safety, fire, and emergency procedures.