HOUSEKEEPER

Established in 2000, Atlanta-based Parc Communities is a premier operator of upscale, full-service senior living communities. A leader in hospitality-enriched senior living, Parc Communities specializes in developing and operating high-end independent living, assisted living and memory care properties. Featuring prime settings, innovative designs and state-of-the-art lifestyle options, Parc Communities serves residents and their families with an abiding tradition of “ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen.” This culture of service extends to our associates, making Parc Communities an employer of choice.

The Housekeeper works with the Housekeeping Supervisor and Building Services Director to ensure the overall cleanliness and sanitary condition of community areas, public bathrooms, and resident apartments on a regular housekeeping program.

REPORTS TO:

Department: Building Services

Primary: Housekeeping Supervisor/ Building Services Director

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

SALARY:

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

· Excellent people skills with a patient, compassionate and friendly attitude

· Well organized with ability to complete assigned tasks in an efficient and timely manner

· Good communication skills and ability to interact and build professional relationships with older adults

· Knowledge of OSHA-MSDS sheets and procedures

· Knowledge of fire, safety, and infection control procedures

· Ability to convey a positive and professional image to residents, family members, visitors, and co-workers

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Regular scheduled cleaning of the common areas and resident apartments

· Launder residents’ flat linens

· Clean, sanitize and wash all public and community areas, including public toilets

· Follow the cleaning schedule provided by the Housekeeping Supervisor or General Manager

· Wash windows as needed

· Maintenance of safety and safekeeping of all toxic and/or corrosive chemicals used in housekeeping functions

· Maintenance of housekeeping inventories of cleaning supplies, paper supplies and cleaning equipment

· Advise management of any concerns in resident units

· Proper handling of refuse and waste of the facility

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor, Building Services Director or General Manager

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

· Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with co-workers, residents, and families and visitors

· Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents and community operations

· Promote Parc Communities in a positive way

· Ability and desire to work as a team member and provide services to residents

· Employees will always work to the standards defined in the Parc 20 Basics, The Four Steps of Service, and the Parc Communities Credo

· Neat appearance, adherence to dress code and good personal hygiene is expected

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to lift or move furniture, cleaning equipment, and supplies on a frequent basis. Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, reach, push, and pull for cleaning purposes on a repetitive basis using proper body mechanics

· Mobility is necessary to sit, stand, walk, and tour the community by foot

· Must be able to climb and descend stairs

· Working hours are as agreed with the Housekeeping Supervisor and/or Building Services Director. Weekend duty can be expected

· Working conditions will be both in and outdoors. Inclement weather conditions may be experienced

· Work may involve lifting resident luggage or grocery bags (up to 50 pounds, using proper body mechanics)

· Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, using proper body mechanics

· Heated/air conditioned, well lit community with minimal barriers

· Subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents/patients, family members, personnel, visitors, etc.

· Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual

It is the policy of Parc Communities to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities.