Maintenance Director/ or Housekeeping Director
Non-Exempt
Job Summary
The housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable
environment for our residents, staff, and visitors. This role includes performing a variety
of cleaning tasks, ensuring high standards of sanitation and hygiene, and contributing to
the overall well-being of our residents by creating a welcoming and orderly living space.
Responsibilities include cleaning all public and common areas, bathrooms, offices, and
resident apartments, following established schedules, while interacting in a friendly and
courteous manner to ensure resident and family member satisfaction.
Qualifications
a. Education:
High School or equivalent.
b. Experience:
At least one (1) year of housekeeping experience in a senior living, healthcare, or
hospitality setting (hotels) is required.
c. Special Qualifications:
Must be 18 years of age or older. Strong attention to detail and commitment to
maintaining cleanliness. Good time management and organizational skills.
Friendly and professional demeanor. Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and their
uses, as well as cleaning equipment, is a plus. Ability to maintain confidentiality
and adhere to ethical standards.
Job Relationships
a. Responsible to:
Maintenance Director/ or Housekeeping Director.
b. Directly responsible for:
All functions of housekeeping
c. Relationships:
Residents, visitors, employees, supervisors, department directors, resident
family members.
Responsibilities
a. Perform routine cleaning of resident rooms, common areas, dining spaces, and
administrative offices, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing
surfaces.
b. Prepare resident rooms for new admissions, transfers, or occupancy in
accordance with community standards.
c. Discard waste/trash into proper containers and reline trash receptacle with
plastic liner. Clean trash containers as needed.
d. Clean and disinfect bathrooms, including sinks, toilets, showers, and mirrors.
e. Treat stains on the carpet and clean as necessary. Report any carpet stains that
cannot be removed without professional cleaning.
f. Launder and replace linens, towels, and other textiles as needed.
g. Wash windows and clean outdoor furniture as needed to maintain the
appearance of the community.
h. Follow the community cleaning schedule and protocol, adhering to community
guidelines and established safety precautions.
i. Report maintenance needs, damaged furnishings, equipment malfunctions, and
safety hazards to the appropriate supervisor.
J. Observe resident rooms for improperly stored or spoiled food and report any
evidence of pests, insects, or rodents to the supervisor.
k. Maintain a safe and organized work environment by properly storing equipment,
tools, supplies, and resident belongings in designated areas.
l. Follow established safety precautions when performing duties, particularly
regarding using equipment you have been trained to use and/or proper lifting
techniques.
m. Follow established infection control and Universal Precautions policies and
procedures when performing daily tasks. Report any communicable or
infectious diseases that you may have contracted or been exposed to.
n. Report any hazardous conditions or equipment immediately. Keep floors dry
and clean spills promptly.
o. Report any supply needs to the immediate supervisor.
p. Build positive relationships with residents by engaging in friendly, respectful
interactions.
q. Respect residents’ privacy and preferences while cleaning their living spaces.
r. Adhere to all policies and procedures of Cogir Senior Living.
s. Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.
