Housekeeper at Volunteers of America - National Services in Montrose, Colorado

Job Description:

Come join our awesome team as a Housekeeper at our Valley Manor Care Center! Flexible 10 hour days!


Valley Manor Care Center is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.



Housekeeper Job Highlights:

• 
  $16.70 - $21.59- depending on experience
  
  • Generous "refer a friend" bonuses
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan;
  • Career scholarships;
  • Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)

Schedule:

• Wednesday through Saturday, flexible 10 hour days



About the job:



This is a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a difference by providing companionship and much needed human interaction for our residents who have been separated from their loved ones due to the pandemic's restrictions on visitors.



Essentials:

Performs defined cleaning procedures, using various chemicals and cleaning agents, supplies and equipment, including:

• Dusting/polishing and arranging furniture or equipment.


• Mopping and polishing floors.


• Vacuuming carpets and draperies.


• Scouring and sanitizing sinks, toilets, tubs and shower areas.


• Polishing plumbing fixtures.


• Cleaning mirrors, lighting fixtures, doors, carpets and furniture.


• Washing or spot cleaning walls.


• Removing stains and debris from floors, carpets and furniture.


• Removing, transporting and disposing of trash.

Replenishes paper products, hand soap products and wastebasket liners as needed during routine cleaning procedures. 2 2022

Maintains housekeeping cart and utility closets in sanitary and orderly condition.

• Replenishes cart supplies at end of shift in preparation for next day's use.


• Informs supervisor of supply or equipment needs.


• Keeps storage areas locked with supplies properly stored according to established procedures.


• Stores all germicides, pesticides and other toxic substances clearly labeled and locked away when not in use.

Follows established reporting procedures for the following:

• Any damaged or loose fixtures, flooring or tiling requiring replacement or repair.


• Any unsafe or malfunctioning equipment.


• Any conditions conducive to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin.

Attends required in-services and completes assigned online modules.

Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor/ Environmental Services Director.

Required Qualifications:



To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Previous institutional housekeeping/cleaning experience preferred.

Ability to understand and follow procedures, work assignments, instructions, warnings and labels.

Adequate strength, endurance and coordination to meet the strenuous physical demands of such responsibilities as dusting, mopping, vacuuming and scrubbing.

Ability to clearly communicate in English including writing, reading and speaking on the phone.

Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

About Valley Manor Care Center:



At Valley Manor Care Center in Montrose, CO, our aim is to find friendly and compassionate staff who are specially trained to care for patients' needs as individuals, respect their privacy, and help clients maintain as much independence as possible. While providing care to our patients, we want our staff to feel cared for and love their work while maintaining a work-life balance, so offering employees paid-time off benefits is a part of our comprehensive benefits package Our diverse and involved staff members are supported by the commitment to maintain relationships of functional trust with every team member, to always practice solutions-focused problem solving, and to continually affirm each team member's contribution to the quality of our work. Come join a diverse, involved, and compassionate team and see how we earned our Great Place to Work certification for 4 years running.



Our 2022 Great Place to Work survey results found that 87% of employees said their work has a special meaning: this is not "just a job".



Take pride in helping others, and join us today!


At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best. Apply Now