Housekeeper

Evanston, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Are you looking for a job that offerssecurity excellent health insurance and a pensionfor your future The Wyoming State Hospital is hiring a reliable Housekeeper to help us keep our building clean safe and comfortable for everyone. Your main goal is to make sure our hospital is a clean comfortable and sanitary place for patients staff and visitors.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

The city of Evanston is a small and friendly Rocky Mountain community that is a 45-minute drive from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City Utah. There are concerts shopping dining professional sporting events and an international airport 60 minutes away in Salt Lake City. The area surrounding Evanston is excellent for recreational activities such as hiking camping fishing biking snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

Human Resource Contact:Brenda Hales //

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

DUTIES MAYINCLUDE THE FOLLOWING FOR HOUSEKEEPING:

Cleans the bathrooms and takes out the garbage.
Clean all patient rooms offices public areas and restrooms/showers. You will follow strict rules to prevent sickness (infection control).
Cleans and sanitizes floors walls windows and furniture.
Determines appropriate chemical solutions for cleaning and disinfection.
Uses universal precaution processes in the cleaning and disposal of biohazard waste.
Identifies areas that need repair and notifies the proper person.
Stocks supplies and chemicals for the unit.
Assists in the laundry with the washing drying and re-distributing of the residents clothes as needed.
Provides safety awareness for staff and clients.

DUTIES MAYINCLUDE THE FOLLOWING FOR LAUNDRY:

Sorts and weighs laundry.
Loads and unloads washers and dryers.
Inspects wash at various stages of processing for cleanliness; recommends changes in washing and rinsing procedures.
Charts and logs quantities of laundry collected and processed.
Test samples of water periodically to determine the hardness of water and the effectiveness of cleaning agents and stain removers.
Monitors the chemical pump system and changes out chemical containers; changes tubing to pumps as needed.
Folds clothing.
Runs the ironer.
Delivers clothing and linens as needed.
Assists housekeeping with cleaning duties.
Help train new Housekeepers
Help clean rooms after construction or a patient move.
Report any broken items safety problems or cleaning needs to your supervisor.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of cleaning methods and practices.
Knowledge of cleansers supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of basic math.
Knowledge of state and facility policies and procedures.
Knowledge of universal precautions.
Knowledge of emergency procedures cleaning methods materials and equipment.
Knowledge of infection control standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to lift and move heavy items (requires twisting bending lifting kneeling pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs.)
Ability to work in various locations (including hot or cold areas) and on multiple surfaces.
Ability to work in various locations (including hot or cold areas) and on multiple surfaces.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
A background check including fingerprinting will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation the Wyoming Department of Family Services and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
A current Influenza Vaccination is required.
We participate inE-Verify.

Supplemental Information

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Are you looking for a job that offerssecurity excellent health insurance and a pensionfor your future The Wyoming State Hospital is hiring a reliable Housekeeper to help us keep our building clean safe and comfortable for everyone. Your ...