Housekeeper Lead (Full Time)

If you are looking for a place to work where team members and residents feel like family, where you feel supported by your leadership, where you feel recognized for your talents and are given opportunities to grow…then Carefield Pleasanton, a Carefield Living Community, is the right place for you!

Carefield Pleasanton values individuality and the needs of each team member while also building strong team connectivity. Our team members are compassionate and dedicated to supporting our residents and each other in a positive, kind and encouraging manner. Most importantly, they understand that one positive interaction at a time can change somebody's life.

Carefield Pleasanton is the premier Memory Care community in Pleasanton. We specialize in a wide range of support and guidance of residents through specific programming for care, activities, socialization and dining.

Benefits and Offerings:

• Competitive Pay

• Differential Pay

• Flexible hours

• Health Insurance

• Dental & Vision

• Bonuses

• Rewards and Incentives

• Career Advancement

• Comprehensive Training

• Fun and Collaborative Environment

Open Position Schedules:

• Full -Time

• Mornings - (9:00am-5:30pm)

• Schedule - (Varies)

• Weekends

• Weekdays

• Holidays

Essential Job Duties:

• Follow all established PPE (personal protective equipment) policies when handling chemicals and/or cleaning, including wearing gloves, masks, aprons, etc.

• Follow all established techniques, procedures and policies for properly storing, using and mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning, and for the proper disposal of waste.

• Lock and control all housekeeping supplies and carts making sure that chemicals and/or hazardous materials are not left unattended or accessible to residents and visitors.

• Supervise Housekeepers, Laundry assistants, and Custodians as required.

• Comply with Carefield policies and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations.

• Display a positive and professional image through actions and maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working.

• Responsible for ordering necessary supplies for housekeeping and laundry.

• Clean resident apartments to include (but not limited to): furnishings, fixtures, ledges, room heating/cooling units, bathtubs, toilets, showers, sinks, windows/mirrors, blinds, shutters, etc. sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, disinfecting, washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning surfaces using proper cleaning and disinfecting solutions, and discard waste/trash into proper receptable liners, etc.

• Responsible for all laundry as required to include (but not limited to); ensuring resident laundry and linens are washed, dried, folded, and returned according to community processes and policies; cleaning of machine filters and reporting maintenance concerns to supervisor; and maintain area in clean and orderly condition.

• Responsible to ensure common areas and offices as required to ensure the building is clean at all

• Ensure that all appropriate caution/safety signs are properly set up and posted prior to performing duties that could cause slips/falls or any other safety risks, and later removed.

• Report any health, safety and /or sanitation concerns to Housekeeping Director, including reporting any apartment repairs or conditions that need attention by other departments.

• Monitor and remove all trash and waste from inside areas of community to designated trash cans/areas with continued monitoring throughout shift.

• Keep work areas attractive and free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop/broom handles, and unnecessary equipment - putting all equipment away as soon as the job that requires it is finished.

• Use all appropriate safety and protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste and/or chemicals.

Responsibility Level:

Responsible to schedule Housekeeping and Laundry aids 2 weeks in advance and update time and attendance schedule as needed.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public.

• Promotes a positive and friendly teamwork attitude in the execution of all duties.

• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and to remain calm during emergency situations.

• Reasoning skills that include the ability to understand issues and process information for the purpose of giving and receiving feedback and instructions.

• Ability to operate housekeeping and other service equipment and display basic skills with personal computer, scanner, copier, fax machine, email, and Microsoft Office

• Compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents' rights.

• Two years of work experience in the industry

• Background clearances as required by government regulations

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Able to be mobile and perform the physical requirements of the job to include: bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and repetitive motions

• Able to stand for long periods of time

• Able to move intermittently throughout the work day

• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs. and push up to 40 lbs., including carts as necessary

• Able to communicate orally, read, comprehend, and write English fluently

• Able to understand, remember and follow basic instructions and guidelines and perform basic calculations

• Walking up to 5 miles per shift

• Must possess valid First Aid Certifications and, according to state regulations, may need to possess current CPR.

• Must have or be open to attaining COVID Vaccinations

We look forward to you joining our team!