Job Description
Job Description
Primary Function
Performs general and specialized cleaning tasks within the Tsali Care Center facilities to
maintain established sanitation standards, OSHA guidelines, and to safely meet the
residents' needs in compliance with Federal, state and local requirements.
Job Description
include trash removal, dusting, wet mopping, dust mopping, sweeping, vacuuming,
cleaning spills, etc.
shampooing carpets, and washing walls and trash receptacles.
waste.
etc.
Education / Experience
phases of the job.
Job Knowledge
housekeeping procedures of Tsali Care Center and applicable OSHA protocol.
buffer, scrubber, vacuum cleaner, mop, broom, and laundry equipment.
battery.
Contact with Others
Works alone or with coworkers and usually in close proximity to facility personnel,
patients, and the public. Safety procedures must be followed to prevent injuries to others
i.e. wet floors, and cords on floor, etc.
Mental / Visual / Physical
Close attention to detail is required for some procedures and normal alertness for much of
the time. Job duties require extensive physical effort such as walking, reaching, bending,
pushing, pulling, and often working in awkward positions. Must have visual acuity, manual
dexterity, and be able to speak and hear.
Environment
Often exposed to wet solutions which can be disagreeable at times. Otherwise inside with
normal housekeeping conditions. Has contact with potential disease or accidents such as
falls, back strain, electrical shock, or minor cuts to fingers and hands. Has some contact
with biohazard substances and cleaning solutions which must be handled properly.
Following established safety procedures and sanitation guidelines would reduce the risk of
injury or disease.
Resourcefulness & Initiative
Follows well defined operating procedures, guidelines and sanitation standards. Must use
judgment and initiative required to maintain accuracy, quality standards, and complete
tasks efficiently.
Responsibility for Safety / Equipment
Cleans and performs simple upkeep to equipment which should not be damaged if handled
properly. Cleans center facilities which will have longer utility when properly maintained
and cleaned. Following guidelines and established procedures would present a positive
image to the community.
Customer Service
Consistently demonstrates superior customer service skills to patients / customers by
demonstrating characteristics that align with CIHA’s guiding principles and core values.
Ensure excellent customer service is provided to all patients / customers by seeking out
opportunities to be of service.
Housekeeper • Cherokee, NC, US