Scope of the Role This position cleans the facility — common areas, bathrooms, kitchens, hallways, and rooms at turnover between members — and launders facility linens. It does not include cleaning, laundry, or errands performed on an individual member's behalf; that falls outside what an unlicensed Recuperative Care operator may provide. Requests of that kind are reported to the Supervisor of Facilities, not handled directly.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean and sanitize bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, hallways, and shared spaces on the assigned schedule
- Prepare rooms for turnover between members: strip, sanitize, restock, and confirm ready for occupancy
- Launder and rotate facility linens and towels
- Maintain cleaning supply stock and report shortages to the House Lead
- Follow written infection control procedures, including isolation and communicable disease protocols
- Use personal protective equipment as required
- Handle biohazard waste and sharps disposal according to policy
- Use correct products, dilutions, and contact times
- Never move or handle a member's personal belongings or medications
- Report maintenance issues, pest activity, leaks, odors, and safety hazards promptly
- Report any observation about a member's wellbeing to the Support Specialist on shift
- Maintain member privacy and confidentiality
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to follow written cleaning and infection control protocols
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and remain on feet for a full shift
- Reliability and discretion in a residential setting
- Respectful, non-judgmental manner with members
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in healthcare, residential care, or hospitality housekeeping
- Bloodborne pathogen training
- Bilingual
Pre-Employment Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Satisfactory background check completed before unsupervised member contact
- Negative TB clearance obtained within the twelve months prior to start date
- Signed Staff Scope Acknowledgment
- Signed mandated reporter acknowledgment for elder and dependent adult abuse
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Stand, walk, bend, reach, and kneel for extended periods
- Lift and carry up to 25 pounds
- Exposure to cleaning chemicals; safe handling training and equipment provided
- Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and communicable disease; PPE provided and required
- Work in a congregate residential setting serving adults with complex medical, behavioral health, and substance use needs
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Hours per visit vary depending on turnover and cleaning needs (approximately 4 hours per visit as a general guide, ~12 hours/week).