Lead Housekeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Monmouth Crossing is an award-winning assisted living facility that offers residents the comforts and privacy of home without the responsibilities. This vibrant senior living community has the perfect balance of independence and support. Our residents enjoy an engaging lifestyle, companionship, and the security of knowing that help is available around the clock if needed. For the past seven years, Monmouth Crossing has earned advanced standing distinction from the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services and the Health Care Association of New Jersey. Earning Advanced Standing distinction means that Monmouth Crossing meets or exceeds quality benchmarks, such as ongoing employee training! Monmouth Crossing has also earned the Assisted Living Best Practice Award from the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services three times. Last but certainly not least, our resident and family satisfaction scores consistently rank in the top 5 percent nationally according to Holleran scores.

We believe happiness at work starts with the facility and culture, which is why we are so proud of Monmouth Crossing- an award-winning Assisted Living Community located in historic Freehold, New Jersey. Our facility really is second to none with serene outdoor patio areas and beautiful gardens, and we’ve topped it off with a warm and welcoming company culture, where your team feels more like family.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the department's Quality Assurance program.
• Assists with the day to day operation of the assigned area in a manner consistent with departmental goals and objectiives.
• Provides follow up of staff work assignments.
• Prepares the department schedule. Posts schedule on a timely basis ensuring adequate coverage at all times. Adjusts schedule as necessary for emergencies.
• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of department budget.
• Does inventory and orders department supplies as necessary. Maintains an adequate level of supplies to deliver quality patient care and customer service.
• Effectively performs a variety of housekeeping functions including mopping, dusting, sanitizing, wiping, scrubbing, buffing, and other manual jobs on floors, walls, beds, furniture, fixtures etc.
• Performs patient / resident room cleaning and discharge cleaning.
• Operates floor-cleaning machinery to maintain hard flooring and carpets.
• Collects and disposes of regular and medical wastes at loading dock.
• Disinfects and sanitizes all counter tops, washers, dryers, and other furniture following established departmental procedures and meeting quality standards.

Qualifications

Education :

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Experience :

1 year experience in healthcare facility

Required Knowledge and Skills :

Must have thorough knowledge of cleaning and floor techniques, all housekeeping equipment and cleaners, and infection control and waste disposal procedures. Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team