Position Description 
Housekeeper

Position
This position provides daily cleaning and upkeep to the residence. This also may include helping clients who are utilizing Averte's Independent Living Program.

• To clean all bathrooms which may include but not limited to: sweeping, mopping, dusting, washing walls, washing windows, cleaning toilets, cleaning sinks and cleaning showers.
• To keep all hallways clean which may include but not limited too: sweeping, mopping, dusting, washing walls, washing windows and clearing the floors of any obstructions.
• To keep all community areas clean which may include but not limited to: sweeping, mopping, dusting, washing walls, washing windows and clearing the floors of any obstructions.
• To keep all cleaning supplies ordered for the household and neatly stored in designated areas.
• To keep the laundry area(s) clean and organized.
• To help clean and maintain all designated smoking areas.
• To help clients maintain some organization in their bedrooms, including the change and cleaning of bedding on a weekly basis. 
• To report anything that has broken or is not working properly to the Program Manager.
• Work positively with staff in a way that promotes development and strong staff morale.
• Participate in organization meetings, special projects and other related duties for the organization.
• Support the mission of the organization with positive presentation.
• Ability to correctly interpret and apply rules, policies and procedures, regulations, and standards in a consistent, systematic manner.
• Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective professional working relationships.
• Identify problem areas and help develop effective and efficient corrective action.
• Work with a team and other organization personnel to solve issues in a consistent manner. 
• Regular and consistent attendance per an established schedule. 
• Other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.

To perform the job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. 

• Embraces change and sets goals that align with the company's vision.
• Encourages and inspires others through positivity, vision, confidence, challenges, and recognition. 
• Able to gather and evaluate information that leads to smart decisions.
• Provides clear communication and shares information regularly and concisely.
• Holds themselves accountable for their performance. 
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, while maintaining a results-oriented mindset without compromising quality or service.
• Quickly learn new software and navigate the internet with ease.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently through verbal and written correspondence.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Bring a positive attitude and team player mentality.
• Ability to push, pull, lift and/or transfer up to 50 pounds.
• Committed to self-improvement.
• Strong initiative, solid judgment, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor.
• A Chauffer's license or State equivalent.
• The ability to maintain a driving record acceptable according to the guidelines established by the company insurer.

While performing the responsibilities of the Housekeeper job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. 

The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The employee must be able to travel between locations, and occasionally attend seminars which may require an overnight stay. 

Working Conditions
Working conditions are normal for a home environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Work requires occasional weekend and/or evening work based upon the needs of the business.

Requirements/Qualifications
To perform the Housekeeper job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily,
The Housekeeper will have the following experience and attributes:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Moderate travel may be involved for which private means of transportation must be available. Work off site, between residences or the community as a part of each work week.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the position. 

Confidentiality Statement
I acknowledge and understand that I may have access to confidential information, including Protected Health Information (PHI), regarding employees, clients, or the public.  In addition, I acknowledge and understand that I may have access to proprietary or other confidential information or business information belonging to Trivium.  Therefore, except as required or permitted by law, I agree that I will not:

• Access or attempt to access data that is unrelated to my job duties at Trivium.
• Access or attempt to access Protected Health Information (PHI) beyond my stated authorized HIPAA access level.
• Use or disclose to any other person, or allow any other person access to, any information related to facility that is proprietary or confidential and/or pertains to employees, students, clients, or the public.  Use or disclosure of information includes, but is not limited to, verbal discussions, FAX transmissions, electronic mail messages, voice mail communication, written documentation, "loaning" computer access codes, and/or another transmission or sharing of data.
• Use or disclose Protected Health Information (PHI) for use in violation of HIPAA regulations.

I understand that Trivium Life Services and its employees, clients, or others may suffer irreparable harm by use or disclosure of proprietary or confidential information and that facility may seek legal remedies available to it should such use, or disclosure occur.  Further, I understand that violations of this agreement may result in disciplinary action, up to and including, termination of my employment.

Statement of Understanding
I have read and understand the above position description. I assert that I can perform all essential job functions, meet the physical requirements of this position, perform satisfactorily in the stated working conditions, and satisfy the expectation for regular attendance.