- Location
- Columbus, NE, US
- Type
- Part-time
- Source
- HireClick
Description
About Us:
Located in Columbus, Nebraska, Brookestone Acres is designed for seniors needing either short-term rehabilitation or skilled nursing services. At Brookestone Acres, we have a culture of rehabilitation and overall improvement of health. Our residents and patients are served by team members trained to meet the unique and specialized needs of each individual. Our team is dedicated to encouraging and motivating our patients to excel in therapy and regain daily life skills.
Why Apply:
If you've got a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference in the lives of people, this might be the job for you! The Housekeeping Aide has the opportunity to positively affect the lives of people every day! This vital position plays a big role in our day-to-day operations by providing Quality Life for each and every resident.
Professional Qualifications:
Housekeeping Aides have the ability to read well enough to follow directions, and understand the dangers that comes with working with the chemicals, equipment and supplies in the housekeeping department. Verbal communication skills are important to carry on conversations with residents, co-workers and visitors in an understandable manner. Housekeeping Aides are continually learning and growing by participating in educational sessions, inservice training and demonstrations.
Personal Qualifications:
Housekeeping Aides have a strong desire to relate to and work with the elderly. They possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a positive image. Housekeeping Aides find fulfillment in building personal relationships and providing excellent office services. They are committed to doing whatever it takes to enhance the dignity in people's lives.
Physical Requirements:
Housekeeping Aides understand the physical demands their jobs require and realize they need to:
* pass a physical exam.
* lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc.
* lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds occasionally each work day.
* lift twenty-five (25) pounds consistently.
* be able to move and stretch in such a way as to be able to reach areas above their head and below their waist.
* go up and down stairs.
* bend, stoop and twist almost constantly throughout the day.
* push and pull a cart requiring twenty-five (25) pounds of force.
* bend and twist while sweeping, mopping, etc.
* use the floor buffer.
* remain active and on their feet for up to four (4) hours at a time.
* see well enough to read container labels, measuring equipment, written directions, etc.
Key Result Areas:
· Consistently uses the Vetter Health Services Mission, Vision and Values to guide everyday decisions and actions.
· Demonstrate a consistently positive, respectful and constructive attitude with both residents and staff.
· Demonstrate initiative, active problem solving and a continual desire to improve customer service.
· Provide quality housekeeping services that ensures a clean, safe, comfortable, attractive and sanitary environment is maintained.
· Create and maintain an environment which allows each resident to adjust to their limitations and recognize the dignity and worth of each individual.
· Participate in in-service educational classes and meetings directed at improving your ability to meet the needs of the residents.
· Maintain and follow established safety precautions and infection control procedures when performing day-to-day responsibilities.
· Know, understand and perform responsibilities that meet regulatory and company standards.
· Serve as an effective teacher, model, and consultant for other staff.
· Be a reliable and positive member of the facility's team.
· Create a cooperative working relationship with other departments.
Benefits:
At Brookestone Acres we encourage personal growth, support educational opportunities, endorse continual learning and encourage people to stretch beyond their comfort zones. People who bring an inner commitment to excel will find an environment that enables them to do just that.
We offer a great benefit package for Full and Part-time employees. Benefits include:
* Personal and Sick Day Accrual
* Health Care, Dental and Vision Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits
* Life Insurance
* 401K
* Formal Education Assistance Program
* Mileage Assistance Program
Located in Columbus, Nebraska, Brookestone Acres is designed for seniors needing either short-term rehabilitation or skilled nursing services. At Brookestone Acres, we have a culture of rehabilitation and overall improvement of health. Our residents and patients are served by team members trained to meet the unique and specialized needs of each individual. Our team is dedicated to encouraging and motivating our patients to excel in therapy and regain daily life skills.
Why Apply:
If you've got a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference in the lives of people, this might be the job for you! The Housekeeping Aide has the opportunity to positively affect the lives of people every day! This vital position plays a big role in our day-to-day operations by providing Quality Life for each and every resident.
Professional Qualifications:
Housekeeping Aides have the ability to read well enough to follow directions, and understand the dangers that comes with working with the chemicals, equipment and supplies in the housekeeping department. Verbal communication skills are important to carry on conversations with residents, co-workers and visitors in an understandable manner. Housekeeping Aides are continually learning and growing by participating in educational sessions, inservice training and demonstrations.
Personal Qualifications:
Housekeeping Aides have a strong desire to relate to and work with the elderly. They possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a positive image. Housekeeping Aides find fulfillment in building personal relationships and providing excellent office services. They are committed to doing whatever it takes to enhance the dignity in people's lives.
Physical Requirements:
Housekeeping Aides understand the physical demands their jobs require and realize they need to:
* pass a physical exam.
* lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc.
* lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds occasionally each work day.
* lift twenty-five (25) pounds consistently.
* be able to move and stretch in such a way as to be able to reach areas above their head and below their waist.
* go up and down stairs.
* bend, stoop and twist almost constantly throughout the day.
* push and pull a cart requiring twenty-five (25) pounds of force.
* bend and twist while sweeping, mopping, etc.
* use the floor buffer.
* remain active and on their feet for up to four (4) hours at a time.
* see well enough to read container labels, measuring equipment, written directions, etc.
Key Result Areas:
· Consistently uses the Vetter Health Services Mission, Vision and Values to guide everyday decisions and actions.
· Demonstrate a consistently positive, respectful and constructive attitude with both residents and staff.
· Demonstrate initiative, active problem solving and a continual desire to improve customer service.
· Provide quality housekeeping services that ensures a clean, safe, comfortable, attractive and sanitary environment is maintained.
· Create and maintain an environment which allows each resident to adjust to their limitations and recognize the dignity and worth of each individual.
· Participate in in-service educational classes and meetings directed at improving your ability to meet the needs of the residents.
· Maintain and follow established safety precautions and infection control procedures when performing day-to-day responsibilities.
· Know, understand and perform responsibilities that meet regulatory and company standards.
· Serve as an effective teacher, model, and consultant for other staff.
· Be a reliable and positive member of the facility's team.
· Create a cooperative working relationship with other departments.
Benefits:
At Brookestone Acres we encourage personal growth, support educational opportunities, endorse continual learning and encourage people to stretch beyond their comfort zones. People who bring an inner commitment to excel will find an environment that enables them to do just that.
We offer a great benefit package for Full and Part-time employees. Benefits include:
* Personal and Sick Day Accrual
* Health Care, Dental and Vision Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits
* Life Insurance
* 401K
* Formal Education Assistance Program
* Mileage Assistance Program
This is a PRN position with varying hours
Skills
Customer ServiceHousekeeping
