Housekeeper in New York, New York at WEST SIDE FED SR.SUP

Job Summary

The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment for residents and staff. Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Housekeeper provides housekeeping services throughout assigned resident floors, resident rooms, common areas, offices, and other designated areas. The Housekeeper works respectfully and professionally with residents, recognizing the importance of privacy, dignity, independence, and personal choice.

Please Note: This is a full-time position (5) days a week on-site

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Resident Rooms & Floors

• Clean and maintain assigned resident rooms and resident-floor areas in accordance with established housekeeping schedules and sanitation standards.
• Dust, sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean floors, surfaces, furniture, windows, mirrors, and other glass surfaces as appropriate.
• Make residents’ beds and change bed linens according to established schedules or as needed.
• Clean and sanitize resident bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, showers, floors, and other surfaces.
• Empty and properly dispose of trash from resident rooms and common areas.
• Assist with decluttering and organizing resident spaces as appropriate and within the scope of the position.
• Replenish resident supplies such as toilet paper, hand soap, and other approved housekeeping supplies.
• Identify and report maintenance issues, safety hazards, damaged equipment, pest concerns, or other conditions requiring attention.
• Maintain clean and orderly housekeeping closets and designated storage areas.
• Assist with laundry services, including collection, washing, drying, folding, and distribution of linens or other items as assigned.
• Replenish cleaning supplies, paper products, hand soap, and other designated supplies.
• Assist by monitoring housekeeping supplies and notify the Superintendent when supplies need to be reordered.
• Follow established procedures for the safe storage, labeling, handling, and use of cleaning products and equipment.

Health Safety & Sanitation

Resident Relations & Teamwork

• Interact with residents in a respectful, courteous, and professional manner.
• Protect resident privacy and dignity while performing housekeeping services in resident rooms and other personal spaces.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with residents.
• Communicate respectfully with residents and respond appropriately to housekeeping-related requests or concerns.
• Work cooperatively with the Superintendent, PCA team, social services staff, property management, maintenance staff, and other building personnel.
• Report observations regarding resident needs, changes in condition, safety concerns, or other issues to the appropriate supervisor or staff member in accordance with organizational procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding resident information and other sensitive information encountered in the course of work.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and welcoming residential environment.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established housekeeping procedures.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and products.
• Ability to organize work, manage time effectively, and complete assigned tasks within established schedules.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation.
• Ability to interact respectfully and professionally with residents, including older adults and/or individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to identify and report safety hazards, maintenance concerns, and other conditions requiring follow-up.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries with residents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and other members of the building team.

Required and Preferred Education, Experience and Credentials

• High School Degree/ GED or 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English as required by applicable regulations and organizational requirements.

Physical Requirements

Benefit Overview

Westside Federation of Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (B) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Short-term and Long- term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) commuter benefits and more Voluntary benefit options and Time Off that includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays, accrued Vacation and Sick Time.

EEO Policy or Statement

WSFSSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based upon employees’ qualifications without discrimination, on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.