Housekeeping Aide

About the role

CHSGa is hiring a Housekeeping Aide for Scott Health & Rehab in Adrian, GA. This position is part of a non-profit, mission-driven care environment where team members are supported, appreciated, and recognized for the essential work they contribute every day.

The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and respectful environment for patients, visitors, and staff. It also involves following facility procedures, infection-control practices, and proper chemical and equipment handling standards.

Key responsibilities

• Keep tile floors clean by sweeping, damp mopping, and wet mopping, and when required, carry out floor care such as spray buffing, stripping, or waxing according to center procedures and with wet floor signage in place.
• Inform the supervisor about carpeted spaces that require cleaning or spot treatment.
• Vacuum carpeted areas as needed.
• Dust and clean patient-room surfaces such as furniture, bed frames, and windowsills while following center procedures and using wet floor signs where appropriate.
• Empty trash bins, clean them inside and outside, and replace liners with fresh ones.
• Clean sinks, fixtures, and toilets in bathrooms according to facility guidelines.
• Wash mirrors, pictures, windows, and other glass surfaces.
• Clean areas behind and beneath furniture, and move furniture when necessary to complete the job safely and per procedure.
• Turn mattresses after they have been cleaned.
• Clean the dining area after breakfast and lunch by wiping tables and sweeping and mopping floors.
• Replace soiled privacy curtains and outside draperies when needed, and remove and rehang exterior curtains using a ladder.
• Sweep porches and walkways outdoors and pick up trash that has not been properly disposed of.
• Work according to the cleaning schedule assigned by the supervisor.
• Follow infection-control requirements and use isolation precautions such as gowns, gloves, and special cleaning methods when needed.
• Respect patient rights and handle patients and their belongings with dignity and care while cleaning occupied rooms.
• Store cleaning chemicals securely and keep them either locked away or within sight.
• Follow MSDS instructions and safety precautions for all chemicals used.
• Help maintain housekeeping equipment, supplies, and storage areas in proper condition.
• Clean and store equipment correctly at the end of each shift, following established procedures.
• Check equipment before using it to ensure safe operation.
• Report any equipment repair needs to the Maintenance Department.
• Keep bathrooms stocked with essential supplies such as soap, lotion, paper towels, and toilet tissue.
• Prevent and remove wax or dirt buildup in corners, along baseboards, and in doorways.
• Support the organization’s image through open communication, servant leadership, and a professional, helpful presence.
• Take part in committee work, project groups, and other collaborative initiatives when needed.
• Handle other duties as assigned to support the success of the system.

Skills and abilities

The role calls for a solid understanding of basic cleaning methods and safe chemical handling, along with the ability to communicate effectively and courteously with associates, patients, family members, and visitors.

Minimum qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred for this position.

Workplace expectations

This is an onsite full-time role in Adrian, GA. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Language, math, and reasoning requirements

The role requires the ability to read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance directions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively to groups of customers or associates when needed. Basic arithmetic skills are also needed, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. The job also calls for common-sense judgment to follow written, oral, or diagram-based instructions and solve issues involving several concrete variables in standard situations.

Computer application skills

Proficiency is needed in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word.

Certificates, licenses, and registrations

No specific certifications are listed beyond the minimum qualification requirement.

Physical demands

This job may involve sitting, talking, or hearing on a regular basis, frequent walking, occasional standing, and regular use of hands and arms for handling, reaching, or feeling. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Equal opportunity and workplace policy

The employer states that the workplace is equal opportunity and drug free, with no discrimination based on race, sex, disability, or veteran status.