Lead Housekeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Position Purpose :

The Lead Janitor / Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary environment while providing leadership and direction to the janitorial team. This role supports the upkeep of JWCH and Wesley Health Care facilities by ensuring cleanliness, sanitation, and overall facility maintenance. In addition to supervising staff and ensuring adherence to established protocols and safety standards, the Lead Janitor / Housekeeper also performs hands-on janitorial and housekeeping duties when coverage is unavailable.

Principal Responsibilities :

• Train and mentor new janitorial team members on cleaning procedures and safety protocols.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleaning standards are met.
• Assist in assessing and improving client satisfaction regarding facility services.
• Perform routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and polishing furniture.
• Clean and sanitize patient exam rooms, client rooms, bathrooms, laboratories, diagnostic testing areas, staff areas, offices, hallways, and waiting rooms.
• Clean and disinfect public restrooms, including toilets, sinks, and mirrors.
• Refill restroom supplies, such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
• Clean mirrors, windows, and glass partitions, and polish fittings and fixtures.
• Remove stains and maintain the appearance of carpets and rugs.
• Sort and separate recyclable materials from general waste.
• Follow proper disposal procedures for hazardous materials.
• Maintain security by properly locking doors and securing premises as required.
• Respond promptly to urgent cleaning or maintenance issues.
• Operate floor cleaning equipment, such as floor scrubbers and carpet cleaners.
• Monitor inventory levels of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and mixing of cleaning and disinfecting materials following safety protocols.
• Coordinate with laundry services to maintain a supply of cleaning rags.
• Inform the Janitorial Supervisor and Manager of any cleaning equipment that needs repair or replacement.
• Clean and maintain outdoor garden areas, laundry rooms, computer labs, staff lounges, case manager offices, staff restrooms, hallways, utility rooms, and administrative offices.
• Clean community rooms by removing trash, sweeping, mopping, and wiping windows, mirrors, and counters.
• Follow procedures for properly cleaning medical equipment and adhere to sanitary guidelines, using appropriate mop heads for designated rooms.
• Follow all federal, state, and organizational policies, health codes, and highest standards of cleanliness.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

Employee Benefits :

At JWCH Institute, Inc., we believe in taking care of those who take care of others. If you work 30+ hours per week, you’ll enjoy competitive pay and a robust benefits package that includes :

Become part of a team where your work matters. Apply today and help us change lives, one patient at a time.

JWCH Institute, Inc + Wesley Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer .