Environmental Services Specialist- Housekeeping

Youth Villages; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Youth Villages seeks a dedicated individual for a full-time role in their Residential Treatment program. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean environment while interacting positively with children and families. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth in a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision coverage

401(k)

Two weeks paid vacation

12 paid sick days annually

11 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Experience in janitorial, housekeeping, or nutrition services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Perform cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, and waste disposal.
• Ensure supplies are adequate for patients, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Teamwork

Child Interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Overview

Company Overview

Youth Villages has been a national leader in implementing research-based treatment philosophies in children's mental and behavioral health for over 30 years. Our comprehensive programs and services aim to help troubled children and their families find success.

If you seek a positive career move where you can meet life's challenges and make a difference, Youth Villages is the place for you. We value individuals with a strong sense of purpose and focus to build confidence in themselves and our organization.

Responsibilities

Program Overview

Youth Villages’ Residential Treatment programs serve children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Our residential campuses offer intensive treatment combining structure and freedom, helping children and families understand and cope with their needs and develop necessary skills. We operate three types of facilities—Intensive Residential Centers, Open Campuses, and Group Homes—in Tennessee and Georgia, utilizing the Re-Education of Emotionally Disturbed Children (Re-Ed) therapy model.

Position Overview

• Maintain a neat, orderly environment free of dust, grime, and cobwebs.
• Reduce disease transmission hazards using soaps and germicides.
• Ensure adequate supplies of paper, cloth, and sanitary items for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Perform duties such as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning furniture, replenishing supplies, waste disposal, temperature recording, glass cleaning, kitchen cleaning, room cleaning, reporting damages, and spill cleanup.

Additional Information

A valid driver’s license is required for certain locations that involve driving (varies by campus).

Work Schedule

Full-time position working every other weekend (6 am-2:30 pm) and weekdays (9 am-5:30 pm). On-call duties for one week every seven weeks and work during two holidays annually are required.

Compensation

$23 per hour

Qualifications

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required for some locations.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Own transportation (optional).
• Enjoy working with children.
• Experience in janitorial, housekeeping, or nutrition services is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Two weeks paid vacation
• 12 paid sick days annually
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Mileage & cell phone reimbursement (where applicable)
• Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
• Ongoing training, growth, and development opportunities
• Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities

Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and promote a respectful, inclusive workplace and community engagement.