Housekeeper

Northridge Village; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday Premium Pay

Volunteer Time Off

Referral Bonus

Career Path Development

Tuition Assistance & Certification

Team environment

Job summary

Northridge Village in Ames, IA is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our Assisted Living Team. The role focuses on maintaining a sanitary, well-kept environment and supporting smooth daily operations for residents and staff.

We offer a family-focused culture with extensive benefits and opportunities for development. This full-time position runs day shifts, with competitive wages and a positive team-driven atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or facilities upkeep preferred.
• Ability to follow infection prevention procedures and safety protocols.
• Respect resident privacy and dignity at all times.

Responsibilities

• Clean resident apartments, bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and living areas according to schedules.
• Sanitize common areas including hallways, dining rooms, lounges, and restrooms.
• Dust, vacuum, mop, and disinfect assigned spaces; manage trash and linens.
• Restock supplies and maintain tidy housekeeping carts and storage areas.
• Follow PPE guidelines and safety procedures and report hazards promptly.
• Assist with laundry duties and proper disposal of biohazardous waste.
• Support other departments during events and community needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Time management

Job description

Northridge Village is an innovative, beautiful, 5 star, boutique style senior living community. Our mission is simple: to enrich the lives of our residents through purpose, passion & joy in life! Our Community offers several levels of living including: independent living, assisted living, short-term rehab, and long-term care.

In addition to our commitment to provide quality care to our residents, we are also committed to providing a great work environment for our Team Members.

Shifts:

We have an opening for full-time.

• Days: 6am-2:30 pm (Full-Time)

Benefits:

We value and are grateful for our Team Members. Below is a snapshot of our benefits to foster health and happiness for our team:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Care Plans with company cost share (full-time only)
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes counseling sessions for Team Members and their Family.
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Holiday Premium Pay
• Volunteer Time Off
• Competitive Wages & Shift Differentials
• Referral Bonus
• Service Award Bonus
• Career Path Development
• Tuition Assistance & Certification Course Payment
• Fun & engaging team environment

If you're in search of a family based organization with a culture of care and you have a passion for seniors - keep reading!

Role

We are seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our Assisted Living Team! This position is critical to our mission and is responsible for maintaining the facility’s general cleanliness to maintain a sanitary and infection-free condition.

Responsibilities

• Clean resident apartments, including bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and living areas, according to established schedules.
• Clean and sanitize common areas, including hallways, dining rooms, activity spaces, lounges, offices, and public restrooms.
• Dust, vacuum, sweep, mop, and disinfect all assigned areas.
• Empty trash and replace liners in resident rooms and common areas.
• Restock housekeeping supplies, paper products, and cleaning materials as needed.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including proper use of cleaning chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or damaged equipment promptly.
• Ensure resident apartments are clean, organized, and ready for new admissions or transfers.
• Respond promptly to housekeeping requests from residents and leadership.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect resident privacy at all times.
• Build positive relationships with residents by greeting them warmly and interacting in a respectful, compassionate manner.
• Follow all community policies, OSHA regulations, and safety procedures.
• Assist with laundry duties as assigned, including washing, drying, folding, and delivering resident linens or personal laundry.
• Properly dispose of biohazardous waste and soiled linens according to policy.
• Attend required trainings, meetings, and in-service education.
• Assist other departments during special events or community needs as requested.
• Maintain housekeeping carts, equipment, and storage areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support resident care and the overall operation of the community.