Care Facility Housekeeper: Clean, Safe Living Spaces

Arc at Kankakee; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc at Kankakee is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to perform daily housekeeping tasks in accordance with applicable standards and as directed by the Administrator or Environmental Services Director. The role ensures a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for residents.

Responsibilities include following cleaning schedules, coordinating with nursing staff, handling cleaning chemicals safely, and reporting incidents promptly. English proficiency and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions concerning cleaning compounds and solutions.
• Willing to work harmoniously with other personnel and residents.

Responsibilities

• Follow cleaning schedules as closely as practical.
• Report all accidents/incidents to supervisor.
• Coordinate housekeeping with nursing services during routine cleaning in resident areas.
• Clean, sanitize, and polish fixtures and surfaces.
• Clean floors: sweeping, dusting, damp/wet mopping, waxing, disinfecting.
• Discard waste into proper containers; relin trash receptacles.

Skills

English proficiency

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Job description

Arc at Kankakee is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to perform daily housekeeping tasks in accordance with applicable standards and as directed by the Administrator or Environmental Services Director. The role ensures a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment for residents.

Responsibilities include following cleaning schedules, coordinating with nursing staff, handling cleaning chemicals safely, and reporting incidents promptly. English proficiency and teamwork are essential.