Environmental Services Aide
Description
The Environmental Services Aide is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors at Montrose Health Center. This position plays an important role in infection prevention, resident satisfaction, and maintaining a welcoming, homelike environment.
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
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Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, common areas, offices, and other designated areas.
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Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and disinfect surfaces according to facility cleaning schedules.
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Follow proper infection prevention and control procedures, including appropriate use of cleaning chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Collect and properly dispose of trash and waste.
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Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces and shared equipment.
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Maintain housekeeping carts, equipment, and cleaning supplies in a clean, organized, and safe manner.
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Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, and damaged equipment to the appropriate personnel.
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Respect residents' privacy, dignity, personal belongings, and individual preferences while performing cleaning duties.
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Assist with room preparation for new admissions, discharges, and room changes.
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Complete assigned cleaning schedules and documentation as required.
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Work collaboratively with the Environmental Services team and other departments.
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Perform additional duties as assigned to support facility operations.
Performance Expectations
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Maintain assigned areas in a clean, sanitary, and orderly condition.
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Complete daily responsibilities efficiently and with attention to detail.
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Follow established cleaning schedules, safety procedures, and infection control standards.
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Demonstrate dependability, teamwork, and a willingness to assist others.
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Promote a positive, respectful, and homelike environment for residents.
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Communicate concerns promptly and professionally.
Core Values
All Environmental Services Aides are expected to demonstrate Montrose Health Center's core values:
Kindness • Commitment • Integrity • Accountability • Collaboration
Our Environmental Services team plays an essential role in making Montrose Health Center a safe, clean, comfortable, and welcoming place for our residents to call home.