Housekeeping OIDD Coastal

• Performs housekeeping duties as required to provide a safe sanitary clean and pleasant environment for the consumers and staff to live and work through a structured cleaning program maintain units in acceptable condition as outlined by South Carolina Department of Public Health standards.
• Maintains floors in unit by dust mopping wet mopping and buffing. Walls doors furniture and beds are to be cleaned as scheduled. Picture frames furniture mirrors and ledges should be dusted daily. Clean restrooms and showers.
• Searches removes and disposes of debris from outside of unit. Empties cigarette disposals. Keeps supply and janitorial closet organized and clean. Issues supplies daily.
• Organizes duties to avoid conflict with unit programs. Follows-up in allowed time on inspections of units given by supervisor. Coordinates cleaning of entire unit in the event of staff shortage.

Experience in custodial housekeeping groundskeeping or pest control work that is directly related to the area ofemployment.

Knowledge of how to properly carry out custodial housekeeping or pest control tasks. Knowledge of custodial housekeeping or pest control standards and requirements. Knowledge of safety practices relevant to the area of employment. Knowledge of personnel practices in state government. Skill in the use of cleaning tools and equipment. Ability to keep accurate written records. Ability to plan direct and review the work of subordinates. Ability to train new employees in the proper performance of their duties.

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting) South Carolina Department of Social Services Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General List of Excluded Individuals/Entities screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure your application is incomplete or inaccurate or our review of your background uncovers information including opinions of previous employers and references which cause us to conclude at our sole discretion that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles mumps rubella pertussis Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan:In accordance with the States Disaster Plan which includes hazardous weather employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resources for further information.

Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education.A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex(including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance for employees spouse and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available(S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program(State ORP)