Housekeeper

Americare Senior Living; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Housekeeper for an Assisted Living community in Troy, MO. You will maintain clean, welcoming resident spaces, support safety standards, and collaborate with staff to ensure a smooth daily operation.

The role requires basic grade school education, being at least 18 years old, and the ability to follow instructions while working independently or with a team. A positive attitude and attention to detail are essential in this hands-on position.

Qualifications

• Grade school education required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, resident-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and follow assigned cleaning schedules
• Perform cleaning assignments in resident rooms and common areas
• Ensure compliance with cleanliness, sanitation, and infection control standards
• Prepare resident rooms for new move-ins following discharge
• Report maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor
• Monitor housekeeping inventory and communicate supply needs
• Assist with plant and flower care as assigned
• Safely handle cleaning chemicals and ensure proper labeling per OSHA standards
• Maintain work carts and equipment in a clean and safe condition
• Attend required in-service training and staff meetings
• Collaborate with other departments to support smooth daily operations

Skills

Follow instructions

Team collaboration

Education

Grade school education

Job description

Job Description

Community: Sugar Creek by Americare Senior Living

Community Type: Assisted Living and Memory Care

Location: Troy, MO

Shifts Available: 1st shift

Employment Type: Full

Pay: $15.50 to $16

Why You'll Love Working Here

Americare is more than just a workplace-it's a Senior Living Organization that offers a supportive and uplifting work environment that makes a difference in seniors' lives daily. We're certified as a Great Place to Work and named a top provider by U.S.News & World Report.

Your Role as a Housekeeper

Assisted Living Community

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Housekeeper to help maintain a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents, team members, and visitors. This role plays a vital part in resident satisfaction, safety, and quality of life.

What You'll Do

• Plan, organize, and follow assigned cleaning schedules


• Perform cleaning assignments in resident rooms and common areas


• Ensure compliance with cleanliness, sanitation, and infection control standards


• Prepare resident rooms for new move-ins following discharge


• Report maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor


• Monitor housekeeping inventory and communicate supply needs


• Assist with plant and flower care as assigned


• Safely handle cleaning chemicals and ensure proper labeling per OSHA standards


• Maintain work carts and equipment in a clean and safe condition


• Attend required in-service training and staff meetings


• Collaborate with other departments to support smooth daily operations

Physical Demands

• Stand, sit, walk, and change positions frequently


• Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with tasks requiring pushing or pulling up to 100 lbs.


• Crouch, kneel, balance, stoop, and bend as needed

Safety Requirements

• Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves and face protection


• Use proper lifting techniques and lumbar support when needed


• Wear non-slip, supportive footwear


• Follow OSHA standards for hazardous chemicals and SDS guidelines


• Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation


• Participate in company drug testing procedures

Work Environment

This position operates primarily indoors in an Assisted Living community with adequate lighting and ventilation. Occasional interaction with residents during activities or events may occur.

Qualifications

• Grade school education required


• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team


• Commitment to maintaining a clean, resident-centered environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Who We Are

At Americare, our RISING Team Values guide everything we do:

• Respect


• Integrity


• Servant Heart


• Inspire


• Nurture


• Growth

We are proud to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors, every single day. Americare communities are more than just workplaces-they are family, where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture.

We've been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune's Best Workplaces in Aging Services, and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report.