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Join PrairieCare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At PrairieCare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won't just find a job-you'll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at PrairieCare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

Service and clean assigned areas to ensure environmental service standards are met

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Change linens and clean units including patient rooms, group rooms, offices and common areas
• Cleaning and extracting all floor surfaces utilizing floor care equipment, maintaining floor care equipment
• Washing interior and exterior windows
• Trash removal and stock supplies
• Maintain safety throughout facility by complying with Joint Commission standards, Infection Control Protocols and other PrairieCare policies
• After training, staff should be able to manage disruptive or explosive patients, with the emphasis on personal safety/protection

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Thorough knowledge of Environmental Services procedures, generally gained through prior Environmental Service experience
• Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and CDC safety guidelines as they pertain to maintaining a clean and safe work environment preferred
• Knowledge of various industrial cleaning machines preferred
• Ability to multitask and use supplies in a safe and cost effective manner
• Willing and able to learn carpet/floor care machines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products preferred

PrairieCare is a psychiatric healthcare system experiencing rapid growth in the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota. With multiple sites across the metro, including locations in Rochester and Mankato, PrairieCare has quickly grown to become one of Minnesota's largest providers of mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families.

PrairieCare does not discriminate against any person based on race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admissions, treatment, or participation in its programs, services, activities, or employment. PrairieCare is an Affirmative Action Employer/Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Veterans, Disabled, and other protected individuals and is committed to a diverse workforce.

PrairieCare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email hr@prairie-care.com for assistance.

Offers of employment from PrairieCare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background studies.