Environmental Services Associate

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: GENERAL SUMMARY : Participates as an   Environmental Services (E.S.)   team member and performs a variety of cleaning and maintenance duties to   insure   the safety and cleanliness of the internal and external premises of the facility. Interacts   on a daily basis   with the Lead E.S. Worker, other cleaning service personnel when applicable, maintenance and repair personnel, as well as   persons served, guests, and staff .   Assists   staff with a variety of tasks, such as preparing resident rooms for admission, cleaning public areas, etc. CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT : It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to abide by and promote the mission and c o re values of the Spirit of Mercy. CORPORATE POLICY STATEMENT: It is the obligation of each employee of   Mercy   Medical   Center   to   comply with   Mercy’s mission, values, standards of conduct, policies,   procedures   and related practices ( e.g.   Dress Code, Time and Attendance, and other policies). HIPAA SECURITY COMPLIANCE : Security Access:  Low   “Incumbent has no access to confidential information and must comply with the terms of the Mercy Medical Center Security Policies as it applies to their job role.” ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :  Follows established work schedule in cleaning and   maintaining   assigned internal areas of responsibility   (public areas and hallways, program areas, residential areas, etc.). For example, cleans public restrooms daily, cleans dental   clinic   two times weekly, etc.  Follows established work schedule in cleaning and   maintaining   assigned   external premises/grounds (front entrance area, back entrance area by dining room, parking lot areas, fence lines, etc.) of the facility.  When and where   necessary /appropriate , cleans and   maintains   carpets and flooring, including tasks such as stripping/waxing floors, vacuuming/wet-vacuuming carpets, a nd spot cleaning soiled areas.  Maintains   a constant awareness of the   aesthetic   values of the facility and contributes to the enhancement and improvement of these values   by insuring   clean and aseptic conditions throughout House of Mercy by scouring, dust mopping, high dusting, wet mopping, damp dusting, removing trash, washing walls and ceilings.  R egularly checks supply inventory and generates purchase orders when/where needed.  Picks up and returns keys, pager (when applicable) at the beginning and end of each work shift.  Promptly reports existing furniture needs, as well as equipment, maintenance and building issues to the E.S. Lead Worker and/or   Director , completing work orders when/where   appropriate .  Performs general cleaning services throughout the House of Mercy when/where necessary without having to be prompted or asked.  In absence of Lead E.S. worker and/or any contracted cleaning service staff, takes initiative in   identifying   soiled areas and promptly following through with necessary cleaning.  Assists with resident admissions/discharges,   insofar as   cleaning, shampooing carpets, painting walls, making other minor repairs as needed, and ensuring adequate bedding is available in rooms.  Assists with painting and maintenance of building’s interior walls.  Demonstrates initiative in   address ing changing/unscheduled environmental service issues where and when they arise.  M aintains both   high standards   of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers,   persons served   and   guest s.  Assists in completing safety checklists and conducting monthly safety drills ( i.e.   fire and tornado).

• Participates in House of Mercy’s Performance   Quality Improvement Process   as  appropriate.  Assist s   Lead   E.S. W orker in   maintaining   up-to-date Safety Material Data Sheets (MSDS) of chemicals used in the building in the MSDS book kept in the front office.  Promptly reports/seeks   assistance   from clinical staff when   encountering   inappropriate behavior from persons served, guests, visitors, etc.   to ensure a safe environment.  Communicates regularly with Lead   E.S.   Worker and/ o r   Director   to discuss daily operations, concerns, opportunities for improvement,   “ in-house ”   issues , etc . MARGINAL FUNCTIONS :  Uses detergents, germicides, or other supplies as recommended and follows recommended handling/mixing procedures.
• Performs snow removal around facility entrances, including salt application.
• Sets up tables, chairs, equipment, etc. for special functions.
• Assists   with ongoing upkeep and maintenance of playground surfaces.
• Provides instruction/supervision to residents performing cleaning tasks as part of the   “ in-house ”   program.
• Moves   furniture and equipment as needed.
• Picks up, sorts and transfers donations as needed. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE,   SKILLS   AND ABILITY REQUIRED :  Ability to read, write,   comprehend , and speak English.  High School Diploma or GED preferred.  Previous experience in building safety, cleanliness and maintenance preferred.  Ability to   operate   a household vacuum , floor   cleaning   and buffing equipment, etc .
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter   abuse training specific to population served   within   thirty ( 30) days of employment . PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS : Medium Work : Exerting up to 50 pounds maximum force infrequently and/or up to 25 pounds to   lift   frequently   and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects about and requiring prolonged periods of standing/walking. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS : (Constant = 67-100% of   work day , Frequent = 34-66% of   work day , Occasional = 33% or less). CONSTANT Walking : Moving about on foot to   accomplish   tasks to perform cleaning duties. Standing : With some freedom to alternate between standing and walking. Stooping : Bending body downward and forward at the waist while cleaning. Reaching : Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction ( e.g.   vacuuming, dusting, mopping). Handling : Working primarily with the whole hand while scouring, dusting, obtaining supplies and handling equipment. FREQUENT Pushing/ Pulling : To move supply cart with minimal sustained force. Lifting : To move beds, cribs, box trash, trash bags, linen bags   frequently   up to 20 lbs. and occasionally   in excess of   50 lbs. Climbing : Up to four flights of stairs, often while wet mopping. Kneeling or   Crouching : With the freedom to choose which posture. OCCASIONAL Talking : Expressing ideas   by means of   the spoken word   to convey instructions to other workers either in person or by phone. Hearing : Ability to perceive detailed information throug h oral communication with other   workers either in person, by phone, using a beeper, or responding to the in-house paging system. VISUAL ACUITY REQUIREMENTS : Normal visual acuity   required   maintaining   accuracy and neatness of work.   Must be able, at all times, to see, read, and comprehend labels and written instructions. INTELLECTUAL/EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS :  Ability to communicate effectively verbally   and in writing .  Adaptability to performing repetitive work, or to performing continuously of the same work, according to set procedures.  Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency.  Adaptability to   making generalizations , evaluations or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.
• Ability to   maintain   both a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers,   persons served , and   guests   and satisfactory job performance.
• Ability to   maintain   confidentiality   regarding   House of Mercy,   staff   and residents. EQUIPMENT/TOOLS :  Vacuum , t elephone , c ompute r , b uffer , b room , m op , p rinter , r adio , s now   s hovel WORKING CONDITIONS :  The worker is subject to noise: there is sufficient noise at times to cause the worker to raise voice   in order to   be heard above the ambient noise level.  The worker is subject to food spills and wet spots on floor surfaces.  The worker is subject to hazards: chemicals, slippery floors, and occasionally working while on stepladders.  The worker is subject to atmosphere’s conditions: dust, odors, and aerosol sprays.  Employees in this job classification have been identified as having the likelihood of occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials, therefore are included in the OSHA Exposure Control Plan with its specifications for preventing contact with the above materials. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS :
• Reports to   Director   of House of Mercy . Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an

Equal Opportunity

Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.