Housekeeping WorkerReq #:0000167230Category:HousekeepingStatus:Per DiemShift:DayFacility:Barnabas Health Behavioral HealthDepartment:Environmental ServicesLocation:Saint Barnabas Behavioral, 1691 U.S. Highway 9, Toms River, NJ 08755Job Overview:The Housekeeping Worker, under the direction of the Environmental Services Manager cleans and supplies patient rooms, nursing stations, ancillary areas and any other areas assigned in accordance with standard procedures of the Environmental Services Department and in accordance with hospital objectives.Qualifications:Preferred:
Prior housekeeping experience in a health care environment
High School Diploma or equivalent
Scheduling Requirements:
Rotating weekends and holidays
Per Diem
Essential Functions:
Ability to read a variety of cleaning agent labels and recognize potential hazards. Prepares and uses solutions according to procedure
Adheres to Attendance and Reliability Standards. Gives proper notification for absence or tardiness as per policy
Arranges furniture for meetings, workshops and community affairs
Assists in cleaning of emergency spills observed or upon request
Cleans all environmental surfaces in assigned areas according to department policy and procedure
Cleans and disinfects geri chairs, dayroom furniture, tray tables and other common area furniture as needed
Empties waste baskets, removes trash, vacuums carpets and dry and/or wet mops floors of rooms and offices
Maintains assigned equipment for cleanliness and has repairs made when needed
Maintains cleanliness of restrooms throughout the facility. Refills paper towels, toilet paper, soap and neat seat dispensers as needed
Observes and reports the need to repair equipment, furniture, building and fixtures. Cleans and stores supplies and equipment in the housekeeping closet
Performs cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods
Performs patient discharge room cleaning
Scrubs and buffs floors with approved equipment
Transports trash from the utility rooms and other collection points to designated areas. Compacts, incinerates trash or places in containers
Additional Information:Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.Equal Opportunity EmployerRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
