Compassionate Housekeeping & Laundry – Senior Living

LCS; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lodge of Northbrook is seeking a hospitality focused Housekeeping Associate to perform housekeeping and laundry across the community, ensuring a clean, comfortable environment for residents. Starting pay is $18/hour.

Candidates should be dependable, punctual, and able to work independently; a high school diploma or GED is required; 3–6 months of housekeeping experience preferred; must lift up to 50 lbs and navigate stairs and ladders as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–6 months housekeeping or janitorial experience preferred.
• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Able to climb and descend ladders and stairs.
• Dependable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Positive attitude and genuine desire to serve older adults.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning products and safety procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exemplify cleanliness, sanitation and organization standards at all times.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry to maintain a clean, comfortable environment for residents.
• Clean and sanitize common areas, bathrooms, dining areas and designated spaces.
• Dust, vacuum, sweep, mop, take out trash and disinfect surfaces.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and PPE use.
• Respond promptly to housekeeping requests and address spills or concerns.
• Report maintenance concerns and safety hazards observed on duty.
• Respect residents' privacy and living spaces while providing services.
• Demonstrate flexibility to assist with additional housekeeping duties.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Independent worker

Time management

Positive attitude

Older adults care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Safety procedures

Job description

The Lodge of Northbrook is seeking a hospitality focused Housekeeping Associate to perform housekeeping and laundry across the community, ensuring a clean, comfortable environment for residents. Starting pay is $18/hour.

Candidates should be dependable, punctual, and able to work independently; a high school diploma or GED is required; 3–6 months of housekeeping experience preferred; must lift up to 50 lbs and navigate stairs and ladders as needed.