Housekeeper

Nexus Family Healing; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Family Healing in Manteno, IL is hiring a Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness and order across our facilities, supporting a therapeutic, respectful environment for staff and residents. The role is full-time, onsite, with morning hours and weekend rotation.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year in housekeeping, and valid driver’s license; certifications in First Aid/CPR are annually required. We offer comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1+ year experience serving in a housekeeping and/or cleaning capacity.
• First Aid/CPR/Blood Borne Pathogen/TCI/Medication certification required annually.
• Valid driver's license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements.
• Must successfully pass an IL DCFS criminal background check.
• Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.
• Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine cleaning and upkeep of public and common areas, including laundry rooms, restrooms, stairwells, hallways, offices, classrooms, and meeting spaces.
• Maintain floors (mop, strip, wax, buff, vacuum, steam clean) and clean windows and coverings.
• Empty trash/recycling and follow recycling protocols.
• Complete assigned cleaning routine and special work requests; assist with moving furniture/equipment as needed.
• Follow all Nexus safety guidelines and applicable regulations; report and address facility issues or safety concerns.
• Secure supply/storage areas daily and stay current on safety codes and procedures.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies; ensure restrooms are stocked and supplies are distributed appropriately.
• Supervise resident housekeeping and maintenance tasks; provide instruction and report any issues to clinical staff.
• Support vocational and horticultural training programs for residents.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding resident information and comply with Nexus privacy policies.
• Participate in staff meetings and required training; support Nexus philosophy and treatment approach.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

1+ year housekeeping experience

First Aid/CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Description:

Nexus Family Healing - Manteno is hiring a Housekeeper.

Our Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order throughout our facilities, helping to foster a positive, respectful, and therapeutic environment for staff and students. Located south of Chicago, in the small, rural community of Manteno, IL. We offer a unique homelike setting, where boys and girls aged 12-21 live, eat, exercise, and attend school on campus.

At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.

Work Environment:

Excellent sensory skills are important (sight, hearing and speech) as well as the ability to communicate effectively. This role routinely uses a vehicle, standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.

Schedule & Pay:

Location:

101 N Bramble Street, Manteno, IL 60950

Schedule (Full-time / Onsite):

Monday-Friday 7:30am - 4pm (rotational weekends)

Pay:

$17.30 per hour

Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include:

• Four weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment
• Floating Holidays!
• Multiple options for health insurance coverage
• No-cost life insurance
• Short/long-term disability insurance
• 401k match
• NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
• NEW - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family
• NEW – Carrot Fertility Benefit
• Tuition assistance, discounts, and professional training opportunities
• Advancement pathways and internal promotion
• Internships opportunities
• And much more!

Position Summary

Our Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order throughout our facilities, helping to foster a positive, respectful, and therapeutic environment for staff and students.

Primary responsibilities:

• Provide routine cleaning and upkeep of public and common areas, including laundry rooms, restrooms, stairwells, hallways, offices, classrooms, and meeting spaces.
• Maintain floors (mop, strip, wax, buff, vacuum, steam clean) and clean windows and coverings.
• Empty trash/recycling and follow recycling protocols.
• Complete assigned cleaning routine and special work requests; assist with moving furniture/equipment as needed.
• Follow all Nexus safety guidelines and applicable regulations; report and address facility issues or safety concerns.
• Secure supply/storage areas daily and stay current on safety codes and procedures.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies; ensure restrooms are stocked and supplies are distributed appropriately.
• Supervise resident housekeeping and maintenance tasks; provide instruction and report any issues to clinical staff.
• Support vocational and horticultural training programs for residents.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding resident information and comply with Nexus privacy policies.
• Participate in staff meetings and required training; support Nexus philosophy and treatment approach.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Other

• Recognize and value cultural differences in all aspects of work and service delivery.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time (4-6 hours) and navigate stairs frequently.
• Must be able to tolerate chemical odors or scents conducive to cleaning supplies and materials.
• Must be able to climb, twist, turn and bend in a manner conducive to a housekeeping environment.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1+ year experience serving in a housekeeping and/or cleaning capacity
• First Aid/CPR/Blood Borne Pathogen/TCI/Medication certification required annually.
• Valid driver's license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements
• Must successfully pass an IL DCFS criminal background check.
• Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.
• Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values.

At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.

ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies:

• Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches.
• Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern.
• Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly.
• Responsiveness: Being quick, positive, and accurate.
• Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.