Housekeeper

Riverside Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing; Village of Castleton-on-Hudson (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Nursing Home is seeking a dependable and compassionate Full-Time Housekeeper to join our Environmental Services team. The role supports a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors in an 80-bed facility.

This position requires the ability to lift 30–50 pounds, work 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, and be available every other weekend. On-the-job training is provided, and you will follow infection control and safety procedures while maintaining high standards of

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 30–50 pounds repeatedly.
• No prior housekeeping experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Must be available to work 7:00 AM–3:00 PM and every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and disinfect floors and surfaces.
• Empty trash and replace liners throughout the facility.
• Clean dining areas, offices, lobby, and staff areas.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures.
• Report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Work respectfully and professionally around elderly residents.

Skills

Lifting 30-50 lbs

Teamwork

Weekend availability

Reliability

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

Job description

Housekeeper

Department: Environmental Services
Schedule: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
Status: Full-Time
Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend Required

Position Summary

Riverside Nursing Home is seeking a dependable and compassionate Full-Time Housekeeper to join our team. As an 80-bed skilled nursing facility, we take pride in providing a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our residents, staff, and visitors.

The Housekeeper plays a vital role in infection control, resident satisfaction, and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere throughout the facility.

No experience? No problem - we are willing to train the right candidate!

Essential Job Duties

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and disinfect floors and surfaces
• Empty trash and replace liners throughout the facility
• Clean dining areas, offices, lobby, and staff areas
• Follow infection control and safety procedures
• Report maintenance or safety concerns promptly
• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies
• Work respectfully and professionally around elderly residents

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, push, and pull throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 30-50 pounds as needed
• Reliable transportation required (facility is not on a bus line)
• Must be able to work 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
• Must be available to work every other weekend
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to work well with elderly residents and as part of a team

Experience

• Housekeeping experience preferred but not required
• We provide on-the-job training

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking
• Repetitive bending and reaching
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment safely
• Ability to work in a healthcare environment