Housekeeper

• Perform general housekeeping duties in resident suites, public areas, and support areas as assigned while meeting or exceeding Sunrise's quality standards.

• Perform cleaning duties according to schedule in assigned areas such as resident suites, bathrooms, common areas and offices:

• Sweep, dust, dust mop, and wet mop all flooring; spot clean and vacuum floors, rugs, carpets, and runners

• Clean, sanitize, and polish lavatory, shower, and sink fixtures

• Dust, wash, sponge mop, sanitize and hand shampoo furniture, dust desk and floor lamps, and clean and polish glass surfaces, woodwork, walls, and windowsills

• Knock on resident's doors before entering and respect their privacy during the cleaning process.

• Knock on public restroom doors before entering and wait for a response before beginning the cleaning process.

• Maintain equipment and supplies needed to perform work in a clean and orderly condition.

• Transport supplies, to include clean and soiled linen, to the appropriate storage and collection areas.

• Collect trash and remove and for maintaining trash receptacles and collection areas in a clean and sanitary manner.

• Collect, clean, and redistribute the community laundry.

• Sort, wash, and dry linens properly following approved laundry procedures.

• Fold, count, and stack linens following approved laundry procedures.

• Inspect linens routinely for wear and tear, identify worn and torn linens, and follow the community's Standard Operating Procedure for damaged linens.

• Maintain the commercial laundry in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition.

• Assist Care Managers and Department Coordinators with resident care when requested.

• Practice positive resident relations following our Sunrise Shared Values; respond to resident requests and direct resident feedback and requests to immediate supervisor and or Care Manager.

• Review, read, notate, and initial Daily Log to document and learn about pertinent information and any resident's physical and behavioral changes.

• Ensure cleaning chemicals are kept stored and locked when not in use.

• Ensure any cords, carts, equipment, and other hazards are always kept out of the way, not blocking exits and in compliance with fire codes.

• Partner with community team to ensure community is in compliance with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements, promoting Risk Management programs and policies, and adhering to safety rules and regulations.

• Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.

• Maintain equipment and supplies to avoid waste and damage to areas and equipment and to prevent accidents.

• Comply with all infection control techniques, placement of bio-hazard containers and removal techniques, procedures, and policies.

• Participate as a member of a team and commit to working toward team goals.

• Demonstrate in daily interactions with others, our Team Member Credo.

• Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service.
• Contribute to the overall engagement programs and processes (customer and team member engagement) including participating in the team member engagement survey and engagement improvement planning workshops.

• Attend regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Supervisor/Department Coordinator.

• Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities

• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication

• Competent in organizational and time management skills

• Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills

• Ability to work semi-independently without direct supervision by following all community procedures and guidelines, having the ability to follow through on assigned tasks and demonstrating initiative

• Ability to perform tasks with frequent interruptions

• High School diploma / GED preferred

• Able to provide housekeeping and laundry services in a resident centered environment, which meet or exceed Sunrise's quality standards

• Desire to work with seniors

• As applicable, all Sunrise team members who drive a Sunrise vehicle must review and sign the Driver job description and understand the key essential duties for safety and regulatory compliance

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• Daily Pay offered to get paid within hours of a shift (offered in the U.S. only)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.
• Some benefits have eligibility requirements

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