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Midwest Health Inc.

Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor

Midwest Health Inc., Manhattan, Kansas, United States, 66506

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Key Job Duties and Responsibilities The Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor supervises the performance of housekeeping and laundry staff to ensure the cleanliness of the Community and the availability of clean laundry. Acts as a working supervisor filling in during employee’s days off, staffing shortage and ordering supplies.

The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.

Comply with the Community’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.

Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Executive Director, RCC or Unit Manager. Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity.

Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.

Report to work on time and as scheduled.

Assure areas with carpeting are vacuumed and tile floors are swept and mopped on a regular basis; ensure tile floors are stripped and waxed per schedule.

Assure resident rooms and bathrooms are cleaned on a routine basis.

Assure all trash is emptied daily, including cigarette ashtrays.

Assure all common areas are cleaned on a regular basis.

Assure dining areas are cleaned after each meal.

Assure miscellaneous items are cleaned on a regular basis, including light fixtures, vents, windows, blinds, handrails, pictures, and nursing equipment.

Assure laundry (towels, linens, privacy curtains and personal clothing) is available, clean and in good condition.

Assure laundry equipment is kept in good working order (lint disposed of and machines free of debris) and the laundry area is clean.

Order housekeeping and laundry supplies and keep sufficient linen inventory available to staff.

Assure personal and staff compliance to Residents’ Rights.

Responsible for housekeeping and laundry departments.

Assure compliance to all State and Federal regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, use of hazardous materials and fire safety.

Maintain resident confidentiality at all times.

Essential Job Duties/Physical Requirements The following is a general list of key job/physical requirements for this position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and other job/physical requirements may be necessary as deemed by the Community.

Regular worksite attendance.

Must have basic computer skills.

If required to operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, must successfully complete the requirements contained in Company’s Motor Vehicles policy.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation.

Employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or to obtain the assistance of another employee when attempting to assist residents when lifting or carrying objects in excess of 25 pounds.

During the normal routine performance of the essential functions, some body movements may occur naturally, although they may not be a requirement of the job.

Primary Physical Requirements

Lift up to 10 lbs: Constantly

Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Constantly

Lift 26 to 50 lbs: Not required

Lift over 50 lbs: Not required

Carry up to 10 lbs: Constantly

Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Occasionally

Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Not required

Carry over 50 lbs: Not required

Reach above shoulder height: Constantly

Reach at shoulder height: Constantly

Reach below shoulder height: Constantly

Push/Pull: Constantly

Hand manipulation – Grasping: Constantly

Hand manipulation – Handling: Constantly

Hand manipulation – Torquing: Frequently

Hand manipulation – Fingering: Rarely

Other Physical Considerations

Twisting, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, crouching, climbing and balancing may be required.

Employees may be required to operate an automobile and various games.

Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the Community.

Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

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