Compassionate Housekeeping Aide — Skilled Nursing

Apple Rehab Middletown; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

Paid time off

Holidays

Health insurance

Disability coverage

Call-a-Doc access

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

401K

Longevity credit

Job summary

Apple Rehab Middletown is hiring a Housekeeping Aide in Middletown, CT to ensure a clean, safe, and organized living environment for residents and staff. The role emphasizes attention to detail, infection control, and teamwork within a family-oriented facility.

Preferred candidates will have experience in healthcare settings and be able to lift up to 40 pounds, read English labels, and work well under pressure in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Must read labels and follow instructions in English.
• Maintain composure in high-pressure situations.
• Proficient visual assessment of facility conditions.
• Able to detect smells and temperatures and respond accordingly.
• Physical ability to walk, bend, lift up to 40 lbs and use hands.
• Preferred experience in a hospital or long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning of resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas per schedule.
• Follow infection control protocols to maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Coordinate tasks with other staff to minimize disruption to residents and operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and department.
• Monitor and replenish supplies needed for daily operations.

Skills

Reading labels

English literacy

Calm under pressure

Visual assessment

Smell & temp awareness

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Physical stamina

Job description

Apple Rehab Middletown is hiring a Housekeeping Aide in Middletown, CT to ensure a clean, safe, and organized living environment for residents and staff. The role emphasizes attention to detail, infection control, and teamwork within a family-oriented facility.

Preferred candidates will have experience in healthcare settings and be able to lift up to 40 pounds, read English labels, and work well under pressure in a busy environment.