Environmental Services Aide (Housekeeping & Laundry) PM/EVENING SHIFTS

Century HCC; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k)

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a dependable Environmental Services Aide to join our team. This role combines Housekeeping and Laundry duties to keep resident areas clean, safe, and sanitary.

You will support infection prevention, maintain rooms, linens, and uniforms, and assist with daily cleaning and laundry tasks. The position offers flexible scheduling and on-site work in a compassionate long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning, sanitation and infection prevention practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Reliable attendance and a positive work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Housekeeping: clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, and common areas.
• Sweep, vacuum, dust mop, wet mop, and disinfect floors.
• Clean furniture, fixtures, windows, mirrors and surfaces.
• Empty trash and transport waste to disposal areas.
• Refill soap, towels, toilet tissue and hygiene dispensers.
• Prepare vacant rooms for new admissions.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report issues.
• Follow infection control procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

Organizational skills

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Environmental Services Aide (Housekeeping & Laundry)

? New Incentives Available | ? Daily Pay | ? Flexible Schedules

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | On-Site | Full-Time/Part-Time | Evening Shift

Do you take pride in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment? Are you someone who enjoys staying active and making a difference every day?

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Environmental Services Aide to join our team. This unique cross-trained position combines Housekeeping and Laundry Services, providing the opportunity to play an essential role in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and sanitary environment for our residents.

As an Environmental Services Aide, you'll help support infection prevention efforts while ensuring resident rooms, common areas, linens, and personal clothing are maintained to the highest standards. Your work directly contributes to the comfort, dignity, and quality of life of every resident we serve.

If you're dependable, enjoy working independently and as part of a team, and are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Join Our Team?

• Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment
• Meaningful work that directly impacts resident comfort and safety
• Cross-training opportunities to expand your skills
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Flexible scheduling options
• Daily Pay available through Tapcheck
• Competitive benefits for eligible employees

What You'll Do

Housekeeping Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, and common areas.
• Sweep, vacuum, dust mop, wet mop, and disinfect floors.
• Clean furniture, fixtures, windows, mirrors, walls, ceilings, and other surfaces.
• Empty trash receptacles and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Refill soap, paper towels, toilet tissue, and hygiene dispensers.
• Prepare vacant resident rooms for new admissions.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Follow established cleaning schedules and infection control procedures.

Laundry Responsibilities

• Collect, sort, wash, dry, fold, and distribute resident clothing and facility linens.
• Ensure resident clothing is properly labeled and returned to the appropriate resident.
• Treat stained laundry and follow proper handling procedures for specialty items.
• Monitor linen inventory and remove worn or damaged linens from circulation.
• Maintain an organized and sanitary laundry area.
• Clean lint traps and laundry equipment daily.
• Safely use laundry chemicals and supplies while following infection control guidelines.
• Assist with ironing or pressing linens and resident clothing as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Cross-train and assist in both Housekeeping and Laundry departments based on facility needs.
• Attend departmental meetings and required in-service training.
• Practice safe work habits and comply with all OSHA, infection control, and facility policies.
• Protect resident privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous housekeeping and/or laundry experience preferred.
• Healthcare or long-term care experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of cleaning, sanitation, and infection prevention practices.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Reliable attendance and a positive work ethic.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stretching, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push housekeeping and laundry carts throughout the facility.
• Ability to safely operate housekeeping and laundry equipment.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Daily Pay (Tapcheck)
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability

Schedule

• Full-Time / Part-Time
• Evening Shift
• Weekend and Holiday Rotation Required
• On-Site Position

Join a team that's committed to excellence, resident care, and creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment every day. Apply today and become an important part of Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center!

Chestnut Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.