Housekeeping Services

Job Title

Housekeeper

Supervisor

Program Director

Job Overview

This position ensures the cleanliness of the facility by performing a variety of housekeeping duties and overseeing clients in the performance of their duties.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Ensures all rooms, common areas, hallways, and stairwells are cleaned and inspected according to established procedures.
  • Ensures and documents that all cleaning solutions and supplies are in adequate supply, properly stored, available for use and accounted for
  • Ensures all equipment is maintained in good working order.
  • Ensures stock levels are maintained for all housekeeping consumables.
  • Supervises clients as they perform assigned details.
  • Ensures that all clients participate in scheduled weekly linen exchange.
  • Ensures clients linen is laundered and prepared for distribution.
  • Ensures there is an adequate supply of linens for arriving clients at the front desk.
  • Performs general cleaning through the facility.
  • Ensures that deep cleaning is done as scheduled or required.
  • Consults and advises the compliance manager when cleaning and other services should be contracted.
  • Ensures the disposal of trash from bins and containers are as directed by established procedures.
  • Cleans linens and gather used linens such as sheets or towels for laundering.
  • Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; relevant experience or knowledge, skills, and ability equivalent
  • Physically able to push equipment used in the housekeeping department for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 to 30 pounds.
  • Physically able to reach, stretch, bend, and walk during daily routine, with the ability to stand for long lengths of time.
  • Previous experience cleaning preferred; training will be provided
  • Standing, sitting, and walking for extended periods of time.

Certifications and Licenses

  • Valid driver’s license and appropriate liability insurance preferred. Positions in this classification may be required to travel and work at multiple sites on a regular basis.
  • First Aid / CPR / AED certification completed within probationary period and maintained throughout employment.
  • The above statements are intended to describe the general work tasks expected from the individual assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • This position requires approval from the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). The BOP will conduct an NCIC check as part of their vetting process. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.