Housekeeper

Sullivan Park Care Center; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Sullivan Park Care Center is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain a clean, safe environment for residents and staff. You will clean public areas and resident rooms, sanitize surfaces, and ensure proper disposal of waste. The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, and responsive teamwork.

This position emphasizes safety, efficiency, and customer service, with opportunities to contribute to a compassionate care environment within a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or long-term care housekeeping is a plus.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain public and common areas including lobbies, restrooms, drinking fountains, and floors.
• Ensure resident rooms and bathrooms are cleaned and sanitized regularly.
• Wipe down handrails, walls, mirrors, windows, light fixtures, and dispensers.
• Empty trash and replace liners as needed; sweep and mop floors.
• Follow safety protocols and use caution signage; store chemicals securely.
• Operate cleaning equipment and supplies per manufacturer instructions.
• Keep housekeeping carts and storage areas clean and organized.
• Report safety concerns to the Director of Housekeeping, Administrator, or Director of Nursing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Ability to follow instructions

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General PurposeThe Housekeeper plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This position ensures that all areas of the facility are free of obstacles, odors, and debris, contributing to the overall health and comfort of those in our care.Essential DutiesClean and maintain public and common areas including lobbies, restrooms, drinking fountains, and floors.Ensure resident rooms and bathrooms are cleaned and sanitized regularly.Wipe down handrails to keep them free of dust and debris.Remove dirt, dust, and food from walls, mirrors, windows, light fixtures, towel bars, and dispensers.Empty trash cans and replace liners as needed.Sweep and mop floors throughout the facility.Follow safety protocols, including using caution signage and storing chemicals securely.Operate cleaning equipment and use supplies according to manufacturer instructions.Keep housekeeping carts, equipment, and storage areas clean, organized, and sanitary.Report any resident safety concerns immediately to the Director of Housekeeping, Administrator, or Director of Nursing.Notify the Director of Housekeeping when supplies need replenishment.Demonstrate excellent customer service and a positive attitude.Manage time effectively and complete tasks efficiently.Work independently or as part of a team to meet facility standards.Supervisory RequirementsThis position has no supervisory requirements.QualificationHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred.Previous housekeeping experience in healthcare or long-term care setting is a plus.Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.Good communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to read and understand procedure and instruction manualsand directions.Basic math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication andDivision.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formPhysical DemandsFrequent walking, standing, bending, and reachingAbility to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 lbs.Repetitive motion tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and wiping surfacesUse of cleaning equipment and supplies throughout the shiftAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to needsWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.Summary of BenefitsWe are proud to offer our staff low monthly premium payments for employees and dependents will be as follows:Medical, Dental, Vision401(k) plan with employer matchGenerous paid time off for vacation accruing at 4 hours a month, 48 FT or 40 PT annually recurring sick day hours prorated based on hire date, and 7 paid Holidays each year.EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABLED – At Sullivan Park Care Center, it is our promise to personally touch lives every day. It is a philosophy of caring based on our core values Excellence, Trust, Accountability, Mutual Respect, and Love, that are at the center of all that we do. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents all of us, coming from different experiences, cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Inclusion is the way we treat one another and how we celebrate what makes us different.Pay: $17.13-20.00 per hour depending on experience and education.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.