Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness of building
• Regularly clean, remove trash, dust, mop and vacuum assigned areas
• Ensure an adequate amount of cleaning and client room supplies are on hand at all times
• Use universal precautions when cleaning body spills and bodily fluids
• Assist with groundskeeping and landscaping

Qualifications:

• TB test and police clearance required
• Must be literate (as mixing of chemicals, universal precautions etc., dictate)
• Must have understanding and can explain process of proper floor care
• Must be a team player, willing to take pride in their work and use initiative
• Must get along well with others, and be able to maintain a professional manner with clients

Education/Experience:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year of housekeeping experience preferred

Computer Skills:

• Basic computer skills

Reasoning Ability:

• Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements.
• Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures
• Working knowledge of HIPAA

2. Certificates and Licenses:

• None required

3. Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, mop, kneel, and stand for long periods of time.
• Frequent solo and group lifting and moving of furniture, office and hospital equipment.

4. Work Environment:

• Adapt to rapid temperature changes and work in temperature extremes, both hot and cold.
• Exposure to cleaning chemical fumes, dust, airborne eye, ear, nose, and throat irritants.
• Exposure to blood born pathogens and biohazards
• Ability to work in confined areas