Housekeeper/ Housekeeping/ Ozarks/ Part Time - Part-time

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the guidance of the Housekeeping Supervisor/Director, This position is responsible for the cleaning and maintaining in a neat, orderly and safe manner the living, sleeping and working areas at the YMCA of the Ozarks. They are responsible for carrying out work orders as the Housekeeping Supervisor assigns them. They are responsible for insuring to our guest’s clean facilities in all areas, fast efficient service with the highest quality of workmanship. Housekeepers should respond to guests needs in a fast and friendly manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Cleaning of Trout Lodge and Camp Lakewood lounges, meeting rooms, conference halls, offices, public restrooms, stairwells, porches and sidewalks.
2. Cleaning of all out buildings, LW cabins, Family Cabins, Trout Lodge and other units that may be appointed to be cleaned (example: staff housing).
3. Help care for and maintain supply rooms, storage units, linens service areas, and housekeeping work areas.
4. Follow through with all inventory policies and procedures including linen counts.
5. Responsible for meeting time and quality standards set forth by Director of Housekeeping.
6. Responsible for personal quality in workmanship, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and maintenance in all aspects of the job.
7. Responsible for personal safety, doing his/her job in the safest manner possible.
8. General cleaning duties and manual labor may include: Washing windows, vacuuming, floor care, wall washing, sweeping, dusting, bathroom cleaning, making and changing of beds, minimal laundry, trash removal, linen pick-up and delivery.
9. Responsible for observing and reporting any damages or needed repairs to immediate supervisor in all facilities at Camp Lakewood and Trout Lodge.
10. Able and willing to assist with Linen and Floor Tech responsibilities. Willing to work as a team to sweep and mop the floors as needed. Willing and able to pick up and deliver linens and supplies.
11. Able and willing to work on deep cleaning during “slow season” at Lakewood and Trout Lodge to include using ladders, carpet extractor, man lift, moving of furniture, mattresses and etc.
12. Follow through of uniform policy to ensure personal grooming, dress and standards of conduct in compliance with personnel policies and YMCA of the Ozarks standards. Uniforms must be neat and clean. Shirts must be tucked in.
13. Must be available upon request to fill in for sickness or family emergencies.
14. Follow through on scheduled task for example, flipping mattresses, inspections of bed frames, detailing showers and restrooms, changing shower curtains, washing bedspreads, mattress pads, curtains and so on.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgements, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks and plans work. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals. Has the functional knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. Has a basic understanding of the following: Cleaning tools, cleaning chemicals, Organization Support, Quality/Time Standards, Safety and Security.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Understands the daily impact of the following and represents them in a positive manner: Action Oriented, Customer Oriented, Establishing Priorities, Flexibility, Integrity & Trust, Interpersonal Skills, Listening Skills, Oral Communication Skills, Organization & Planning, Peer Relationships & Teamwork, Problem Solving, Results Oriented, Self-Starter, Stress Management and Valuing Diversity.

Ozarks - Housekeeper

Part Time

YMCA of the Ozarks

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience/Skills: Previous housekeeping experience is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications: Must have a valid driver license and clean driving record.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Physical Mobility: walking, climbing, stairs, standing, kneeling, bending, leaning, stooping and sitting for extended periods of time.
2. Physical Dexterity: ability to use electronic equipment, tools and machinery as needed.
3. Lifting: ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
4. Sensory Requirements: ability to hear, listen, speak, smell, touch, taste, see and distinguish colors.
5. Ability to drive vehicles (golf carts, car, van and/or bus).
6. Ability to maintain alertness for several hours at a time.
7. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
8. Ability to tolerate extreme temperature conditions (heat and/or cold).