Facilities Housekeeper

About Us

Lāna'i Community Health Center (LCHC), located on the island of Lāna'i, is deeply rooted in a unique history of transitions and cultural diversity. This island has undergone economic and lifestyle shifts driven by changing ownership over the years. These transitions have shaped the island's residents, creating a community of great cultural richness, with a significant population of immigrants.

LCHC serves the entire population of Lāna'i, with a special emphasis on those living at or below 200% of the federal poverty level and the underinsured or uninsured. The center provides services in a culturally sensitive manner, offering translation services when needed, and ensures that no one is denied care due to an inability to pay.

As a Federally Qualified Health Center, LCHC accepts all insurances, helping patients navigate their coverage. LCHC is dedicated to improving the physical, mental, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual welfare of the community, working towards the vision of innovative healthcare with a culturally sensitive, holistic, and patient-centered approach. We are committed to building healthy families in a supportive environment.

Located centrally in Lāna'i City, at 333 Sixth St., LCHC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, ensuring that comprehensive healthcare is accessible to all residents, reflecting the island's unique history and diversity.

Role Overview

This position typically reports to the Facilities Team Lead, but in some cases, may report directly to the Chief Financial Officer depending on the family relation to the Facilities Team Lead. The CFO maintains jurisdictional authority as the Department Head of Facilities consistent with the Organizational Chart. Any deviations to the reporting structure are made as stated above. The Facilities Housekeeper is tasked with the maintenance and cleanliness of all LCHC facilities and surrounding grounds, whether leased or owned. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the safety and cleanliness standards of the facility environment. The Facilities Housekeeper is responsible for promptly reporting any facility safety concerns or maintenance requirements to the Facilities Team Lead, ensuring risk and incident reporting standards are maintained. Adherence to LCHC policies and procedures is paramount, with a focus on identifying and proposing improvements where necessary. Additionally, the individual is expected to embody the patient care philosophy of LCHC, which emphasizes culturally sensitive, patient-centered medical home care integrated with behavioral health, outreach, and case management. Strict adherence to confidentiality policies, including HIPAA laws, is essential. As LCHC is dedicated to patient care, teaching, research, and community outreach, all employees should anticipate involvement in workshops, education sessions, and outreach efforts to varying degrees based on their position within the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of all LCHC facilities, both interior and exterior, whether leased or owned. This includes the health center, outreach locations, and any associated vehicles. Key duties encompass, but are not limited to:
• Requires knowledge of and compliance with government regulations related to health facilities
• Ensures that all facilities and grounds are clean, safe and well-maintained. Inspects facilities and grounds to identify safety and health risk exposures, working with the Medical Provider and other LCHC employees as needed
• Carry out daily any periodical cleaning activities of all LCHC facilities.
• Ensures that all LCHC facilities and grounds are cleaned and safe to ensure high quality patient care environment, in accordance with health facility guidelines, including, but not limited to, cleaning offices, exam rooms, bathrooms, windows (interior and exterior), building exteriors, simple gardening maintenance, and the like.
• Maintains the inventory for all housekeeping supplies and equipment and ensures that they are stocked and restocked in a timely manner
• Anticipates and identifies facility needs and works with Supervisor to meet those needs.
• Reports to Supervisor any observed compliance issues with regard to fire and safety regulations
• Achieves assigned projects accurately and on time.
• Requires valid driver's license with clean driving abstract

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Additional vocational training or certification in custodial services or related field may be beneficial
• Previous experience in janitorial or custodial work, preferable in a healthcare or similar environment is preferred
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, equipment, and techniques
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to facility maintenance

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO Accrual
• Holiday Pay
• 401K Plan Plus Employer Matching
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• AT&T Discount on Wireless Services
• Hawaii Air Ambulance - Hawaii Life Flight `Ohana Plus Program
• Continuing Education Benefits & Student Loan Repayment Program

Salary

• Annual Salary $37,440

Background & Drug Screening Disclaimer

The Lanai Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity employer and enforces a drug-free workplace, zero tolerance, random and pre-employment drug testing applies. We also conduct background screenings on all potential candidates to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information provided during the hiring process. This screening may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, education verification, employment history, and reference checks. Your application submission implies your acknowledgement and consent to undergo background checks and drug screenings as part of the employment process at Lanai Community Health Center.