Job Description

Housekeeping Assistant

The team at the Veterans' Home of Wyoming cottages (Skilled Nursing Facility) is looking for a caring and motivated individual to assist in maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment.

This individual must be a flexible team player willing and able to use their skills at the Assisted Living Facility as well. This beautiful new home is at the base of the Big Horn Mountains, which provide many outdoor recreation opportunities! Apply today!

Human Resource Contact: wdhaginghr@wyo.gov

Duties May Include the Following For Housekeeping:

• Cleans and restocks resident rooms
• Cleans and disinfects all public areas, including carpets, handrails, doors, windows, trash cans, and light fixtures
• Cleans bathrooms.
• Gathers trash.
• Determines appropriate chemical solutions for cleaning and disinfection.
• Assists with laundry services, including sorting, drying, and distributing.
• Assure cottages have a supply of clean linens, cleaning supplies, and trash bags.
• Assists with scheduled, comprehensive cleaning of dining room area

Preference may be given to applicants who have a minimum of 6 months of long-term care experience.

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and practices.
• Knowledge of cleansers, supplies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic math.
• Knowledge of state and facility policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of universal precautions.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Knowledge of infection control standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma

Experience: 0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping) OR 1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

Physical Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Notes:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• For our residents' health and protection, annual influenza vaccination is required, and annual testing for tuberculosis.
• Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
• Pre-employment drug testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions (direct patient care positions are considered safety-sensitive). Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted in any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/life/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

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