Mid-Day Crisis Care Center Housekeeping
JEFFERSON BLOUNT ST CLAIR MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
Summary
The Crisis Care Center is designed to provide crisis stabilization to individuals experiencing a behavioral health and/or substance use crisis and reduce pressure on law enforcement and local emergency departments. Once the crisis has been resolved and the individual has been stabilized, they will be linked with a community mental health provider for on-going services. This position involves the performance of day-to-day cleaning of all areas of the Crisis Care Center by performing routine cleaning of client rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and corridors. The individual hired for this position must demonstrate the ability to utilize the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure.
Job description
Primary Job Functions
- Responsible for timely cleaning of rooms/recliners of discharged clients to ensure resources are accessible for new admissions
- Performs routine cleaning of client rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and corridors in a clean, neat, and sanitary manner
- Properly disinfect and sanitize all surfaces and objects that come into contact with consumers
- Performs detailed cleaning of designated areas according to check list
- Clean, mop, sweep, dust and disinfect the building and store all equipment at the end of the shift
- Completes work assignments in a timely manner
- Monitor and replenishes supplies and report on the inventory of cleaning supplies
- Respond to calls for housekeeping problems, such as spills that require immediate attention for safety and security of the Crisis Care Center
- Utilizes the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure
- Uses and maintains equipment properly
- Reports safety hazards as appropriate to supervisor
- Transports trash and hazardous waste to appropriate disposal area
- Follows all infection control practices including hand washing techniques, standard universal precautions for cleaning bodily fluids and adhere to isolation precautions
- Always observes safety precautions
- Assist with laundry management, including washing, drying, and sorting linen if needed
- Perform detailed deep cleans when required
- Other special projects or duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate or GED
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of environmental services
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
- Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
- Trained in or willing to be trained in crisis intervention, specifically Therapeutic Options
- Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, legal, and financial information
- Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to handle difficult situations involving clients, staff, or others in a professional manner
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED
- Knowledge of environmental services
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
- Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
- Trained in or willing to be trained in crisis intervention, specifically Therapeutic Options
- Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, legal, and financial information
- Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to handle difficult situations involving clients, staff, or others in a professional manner
Company overview
The Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority is a regional government agency responsible for coordinating and providing comprehensive mental health services across Jefferson, Blount, and St. Clair counties in Alabama. As a public mental health authority, it operates under state regulations to ensure accessible mental health care for residents in its service area. The organization typically oversees a range of services including crisis intervention, outpatient counseling, substance abuse treatment, case management, and community-based support programs. These authorities play a crucial role in bridging the gap between state mental health policies and local community needs, often working with various healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to create integrated care systems. The authority focuses on serving vulnerable populations, including individuals with serious mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders, while also providing prevention and early intervention services to promote community mental wellness.