HOUSEKEEPER Job Summary and Performance Criteria

1 09/2001 HOUSEKEEPER Job Summary and Performance Criteria (See full job description for physical demands) Department Assigned: Environmental Services supervisor Title: Housekeeping/Laundry supervisor Purpose of Your Job Position The primary purpose of your job position is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility and as may be directed by the Director of Environmental Services or Housekeeping/Laundry supervisor , to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe and comfortable manner.

2 Delegation of Authority As the HOUSEKEEPER , you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Job Functions Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.

3 Competency Evaluation Comments Miscellaneous Information Information explaining the Essential Functions, and the Competency Evaluation columns, as well as the Risk Exposure Category legend is provided in the Job Position Analysis Information section located on the last pages of this job description. (Note: The number assigned to each individual column corresponds to that same number in the Analysis section). Duties and Responsibilities Administrative Functions Risk Exposure Potential to Blood and/or Body Fluids.

4 Performs Function Satisfactorily ( = YES) Exceeds Expectations in performing function ( = YES) Does not perform function satisfactorily.( =YES) (1) (2) (3) (4) Ensure that work/cleaning schedules are followed as closely as practical. 3 Complete any required records or documentation of work performed. 3 Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor on the shift they occur. 3 Report to work as scheduled. Notify your supervisor per policy if you will be late/absent for your scheduled shift.

5 3 Personnel Functions Attend departmental and staff meetings as directed. 3 Develop and maintain a good working relationship with housekeeping staff, as well as with other departments to assure that housekeeping can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. 3 Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department. 3 Staff Development Attend and participate in required in-service education classes.

6 3 Safety and Sanitation Follow established safety procedures and precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies. 3 09/2001 Competency Evaluation Comments HOUSEKEEPER Page 2 Duties and Responsibilities (continued) Safety and Sanitation Risk Exposure Potential to Blood and/or Body Fluids. Performs Function Satisfactorily ( = YES) Exceeds Expectations in performing function ( = YES) Does not perform function satisfactorily ( =YES) (1) (2) (3) (4) Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.

7 3 Keep work areas free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop/broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc. 3 Follow proper techniques, including using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), when mixing chemicals, disinfectants and solutions used for cleaning. Refer to manufacturer s instructions for mixing and required PPE. 3 Report hazardous conditions or equipment to your supervisor . 3 Ensure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are followed when performing housekeeping procedures.

8 3 Participate in appropriate in-service training programs before performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals. 3 Report missing or improperly labeled containers of chemicals to your supervisor . 3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials and/or hazardous wastes or chemicals. 3 Follow established hand-washing procedures. 3 Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with the established sanitation procedures.

9 2 Follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious wastes. 2 Make certain chemicals are kept in locked cabinets and closets and cleaning carts are locked when unattended. 3 Clean up spills on floors as soon as possible. 2 Have appropriate signs in place warning of wet floors. 3 Equipment and Supply Functions Keep supervisor informed of supply needs. 3 Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.

10 3 Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift. 3 Follow cost-control procedures that ensure housekeeping supplies and time are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste. 3 Housekeeping Functions Perform day-to-day housekeeping functions as assigned. 2 Clean/polish furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, etc., in resident rooms, commons areas, etc., daily as instructed. 3 Clean, wash, sanitize and polish bathroom fixtures. 2 09/2001 Competency Evaluation Comments HOUSEKEEPER Page 3 Duties and Responsibilities (continued) Housekeeping Functions (continued) Risk Exposure Potential to Blood and/or Body Fluids.