Team Leader/Housekeeper
Overview:
Hebrew SeniorLife employees set the highest standard in our commitment to redefine the experience of aging. With compassion, resilience, and determination, we make a difference in the lives of patients, residents, their families, and the broad senior care community every day.And they in ours as well. These life-changing connections give our work meaning and fuel our desire to advance our potential. To be all that we can be. At Hebrew SeniorLife, that’s uniquely possible. Because here we’re supported to always keep growing.
And as we do, so does our collective impact.
Our benefits include:
- Excellent medical and dental benefits, available on your first day for positions over 24 hours/week
- A 403b retirement plan open to all employees, including per diems
- Generous paid time off
- On-site health and wellness programming
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarships
- An employee recognition program
Responsibilities:
This position entails:
The Lead Housekeeper is responsible for overseeing the housekeeping team, ensuring cleanliness standards are met, and managing housekeeping operations efficiently. They are expected to lead by example, provide training and guidance to team members, and maintain a positive, productive work environment.As a leader, they must demonstrate strong character traits such as integrity, dedication, driven, efficient, reliable and the ability to motivate others.
Required Qualifications:
The job requires the following skills, education and background:
Excellent professional customer service and communication skills and the ability to listen and follow oral instructions
Team Player with a strong ability to motivate others and resolve conflicts
Displays integrity, honesty and good work ethics
Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the residents
Reliable, Responsible,strong leadership, Attention to detail.Problem solving ability.
Preferred Qualifications:
Our ideal candidate also will possess:
- Proven experience in a housekeeping role, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership position.
Strong knowledge of cleaning practices, equipment, and chemicals.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring that cleanliness standards are consistently met.
Familiarity with safety protocols and regulations related to housekeeping.
Problem-solving skills and the abilityto respond to urgent situations quickly.
Basic computer skills for reporting and scheduling.
High school diploma
Knowledge of infection control