Compassionate Housekeeping Aide — Senior Living

Cogir Senior Living; New Jersey; On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in New Jersey is seeking a Housekeeping Aide to maintain the cleanliness and sanitization of resident apartments and common areas. The role requires adherence to safety rules and high standards of hygiene to support a comfortable living environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning according to schedules, operating floor care and carpet maintenance equipment, and participating in training and quality improvement programs.

Qualifications

• Good oral and written English communication skills
• Ability to provide feedback on a day-to-day basis
• Knowledge and experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques
• Previous experience in commercial / residential/ Healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures is desirable
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures
• To clean Resident’s apartments and common areas, including furniture, kitchen and washroom fixtures, walls, ceilings, lights, vents and windows
• To operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment
• To strip, scrub, spray, and buff all carpet and non-carpet floor surfaces
• To pick up garbage and transport to designated areas
• To adhere to established residence policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices
• To prepare documentation as required according to residence policy
• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it
• To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents
• To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place
• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program
• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents)
• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity
• To complete other duties as assigned.

Job description

Cogir Senior Living in New Jersey is seeking a Housekeeping Aide to maintain the cleanliness and sanitization of resident apartments and common areas. The role requires adherence to safety rules and high standards of hygiene to support a comfortable living environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning according to schedules, operating floor care and carpet maintenance equipment, and participating in training and quality improvement programs.