When you join Sunrise Senior Living you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer healthier and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents their families and team members alike you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve grow and shine together.
JOB OVERVIEW
The Room Attendant is responsible for performing housekeeping and laundry functions in order to create a safe secure and inviting environment for residents families and team members while meeting and exceeding Sunrise quality service standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Duties
As a part of the Sunrise team supporting our Mission Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows :
Housekeeping
- Perform general housekeeping duties in resident suites public areas and support areas as assigned while meeting or exceeding Sunrises quality standards.
- Perform cleaning duties according to schedule in assigned areas such as resident suites bathrooms common areas and offices :
Sweep dust dust mop and wet mop all flooring; spot clean and vacuum floors rugs carpets and runners
Clean sanitize and polish lavatory shower and sink fixturesDust wash sponge mop sanitize and hand shampoo furniture dust desk and floor lamps and clean and polish glass surfaces woodwork walls and windowsillsKnock on residents doors before entering and respect their privacy during the cleaning process.Knock on public restroom doors before entering and wait for a response before beginning the cleaning process.Maintain equipment and supplies needed to perform work in a clean and orderly condition.Transport supplies to include clean and soiled linen to the appropriate storage and collection areas.Collect trash and remove and for maintaining trash receptacles and collection areas in a clean and sanitary manner.Laundry
Collect clean and redistribute the community laundry.Sort wash and dry linens properly following approved laundry procedures.Fold count and stack linens following approved laundry procedures.Inspect linens routinely for wear and tear identify worn and torn linens and follow the communitys Standard Operating Procedure for damaged linens.Maintain the commercial laundry in a clean orderly and sanitary condition.Resident Care
Assist Care Managers and Department Coordinators with resident care when requested.Practice positive resident relations following our Sunrise Shared Values; respond to resident requests and direct resident feedback and requests to immediate supervisor and or Care Manager.Review read notate and initial Daily Log to document and learn about pertinent information and any residents physical and behavioral changes.Safety and Risk Management
Ensure cleaning chemicals are kept stored and locked when not in use.Ensure any cords carts equipment and other hazards are always kept out of the way not blocking exits and in compliance with fire codes.Partner with community team to ensure community is in compliance with national / provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements promoting Risk Management programs and policies and adhering to safety rules and regulations.Practice safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) fire extinguishers Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Lockout Tagout procedures.Maintain equipment and supplies to avoid waste and damage to areas and equipment and to prevent accidents.Comply with all infection control techniques placement of bio-hazard containers and removal techniques procedures and policies.Training and Contributing to Team Success
Participate as a member of a team and commit to working toward team goals.Demonstrate in daily interactions with others our Team Member Credo.Commit to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service.Contribute to the overall engagement programs and processes (customer and team member engagement) including participating in the team member engagement survey and engagement improvement planning workshops.Attend regular meetings; Town Hall Department Team Cross Over and others as directed by the Supervisor / Department Coordinator.Maintain compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state / province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.Perform other duties as assigned.Core Competencies
Ability to handle multiple prioritiesPossess written and verbal skills for effective communicationCompetent in organizational and time management skillsDemonstrate good judgment problem solving and decision-making skillsAbility to work semi-independently without direct supervision by following all community procedures and guidelines having the ability to follow through on assigned tasks and demonstrating initiativeAbility to perform tasks with frequent interruptionsExperience and Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge skills and abilities required.
High School diploma / GED preferredAble to provide housekeeping and laundry services in a resident centered environment which meet or exceed Sunrises quality standardsDesire to work with seniorsAs applicable all Sunrise team members who drive a Sunrise vehicle must review and sign the Driver job description and understand the key essential duties for safety and regulatory complianceABOUT SUNRISE
Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined As part of our team you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support benefits and growth opportunities we offer the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals at work and in your life.
We also offer benefits and other compensation that include :
Medical Dental Vision Life and Disability PlansRetirement Savings PlansEmployee Assistant Program / Discount ProgramPaid time off (PTO) sick time and holiday paymyFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shiftTuition ReimbursementIn addition to base compensation Sunrise may offer discretionary and / or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employees position plan / program offered by Sunrise at the time and required performance pursuant to the plan / program.Some benefits have eligibility requirementsCOMPENSATION DISCLAIMER
Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community / office skills experience qualifications and certifications / licenses (where applicable).
ACCESSIBILITY FOR ONTARIANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Upon request Sunrise Senior Living will provide accommodation to a job applicant with a disability during its recruitment process. If you require accommodation during this process please contact
Key Skills
Time Management,Customer Service,Hotel Experience,Taleo,Hospitality Experience,Industrial Cleaning,Laundry,Guest Relations Experience,Host / Hostess Experience,Cleaning Experience,Custodial Experience,Commercial Cleaning
Employment Type : Unclear
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
