Environmental Service Aide, Per Diem

RWJBarnabas Health; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Environmental Service Aide (Per Diem) for the Mountainside, NJ location to help maintain a clean, safe, and healing environment for patients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities include cleaning patient rooms and public areas, disinfecting surfaces, handling waste, and restocking supplies while adhering to infection prevention protocols. Evening shift available, prior healthcare cleaning experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Speak, read and write English.
• Previous environmental services, housekeeping, custodial, or healthcare cleaning experience preferred.
• Evening shift availability and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms, treatment areas, offices and public areas.
• Dust, mop, vacuum and spot-clean floors, carpets and furniture.
• Empty and relin e waste containers and handle regular/contaminated waste safely.
• Prepare patient beds and cribs after discharge following isolation procedures.
• Replenish restroom and environmental supplies; report maintenance issues.
• Follow infection prevention and hospital cleaning protocols at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

English proficiency

Customer service

Job description

Environmental Service Aide, Per Diem

Req #: 0000272855

Category: Housekeeping / Environmental Services

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Evening

Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp

Department: Environmental Services

Pay Range: $17.73 per hour

Location: 150 New Providence Rd, Mountainside, NJ 07092

Job Title: Environmental Service Aide

Location: Mountainside (MTN)

Department Name: Environmental Services

Req #: 0000272855

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $17.73 - $17.73 per hour

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

The Environmental Services Aide plays an essential role in creating a clean, safe, and healing environment for patients, families, and caregivers. As an Environmental Services Aide, you'll help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness throughout the hospital while making a meaningful impact on the patient experience every day.

As an Environmental Services Aide, a typical day might include the following:

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms, treatment areas, offices, and public spaces throughout the hospital.
• Dust, damp mop, vacuum, and spot clean floors, carpets, furniture, and fixtures.
• Empty, clean, and reline waste containers while safely handling regular and contaminated waste.
• Clean and prepare patient beds and cribs following discharge, including isolation room cleaning procedures.
• Replenish restroom and environmental supplies to ensure patient and staff areas remain fully stocked.
• Report maintenance concerns and submit work orders for repairs when needed.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and use supplies responsibly and efficiently.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and hospital cleaning protocols at all times.
• Participate in department meetings, required education, and ongoing training to support professional development.
• Work collaboratively with patients, visitors, clinical staff, and fellow team members to provide outstanding service.

This Role Might Be for You If:

• Take pride in maintaining clean, organized, and safe environments.
• Have excellent attention to detail and consistently produce quality work.
• Enjoy being physically active throughout your shift.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers.
• Can work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Are dependable, organized, and committed to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Value safety, infection prevention, and creating a positive healthcare experience for every patient.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must be able to speak, read and write English. Previous environmental services, housekeeping, custodial, janitorial, or healthcare cleaning experience is preferred.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer