Housekeeper Full Time

TerraBella Senior Living; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TerraBella Senior Living in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in apartment homes and common areas. Responsibilities include performing scheduled cleaning, collecting laundry, and ensuring the safe storage of cleaning chemicals. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, previous housekeeping experience, and a genuine interest in working with senior residents. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and wellness benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Previous housekeeping experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret cleaning instructions and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties according to schedule in assigned areas.
• Collect and clean community laundry.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals are stored safely.

Skills

Effective communication

Housekeeping experience

Interest in senior care

Ability to lift heavy objects

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

TerraBella Senior Living proudly serves thousands of residents and families offering a full range of lifestyle and care options including Active Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short-term Respite. With a foundation rooted in purpose, hospitality, and connection, TerraBella fosters communities where both residents and Team Members thrive. As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in America, TerraBella communities have earned Great Place to Work certifications from 2022–2026. At TerraBella, culture, growth, and heart define who we are.

TerraBella Senior Living is looking for a Housekeeper to join our community Deane Hill Place.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning duties according to schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) in assigned areas such as apartment homes, common areas, lounges and offices.
• Sweeps, dusts, dust mops, and wet mops all floors and stairways; spot cleans and vacuums floors, rugs, carpets and runners. Rotates runners in hallways and entryways.
• Cleans, sanitizes, and polishes both lavatory, shower and sink fixtures and facilities; stocks dispensers as necessary.
• Scrubs bath and shower room tiles, woodwork, window frames, and sills.
• Maintains equipment and materials needed to perform work in a clean and orderly condition.
• Collects trash and refuse from work areas and places in designated pick-up areas.
• Responsible for collecting, cleaning and redistributing the community laundry.
• Responsible for maintaining the commercial laundry in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition.
• Ensures cleaning chemicals are kept stored and locked when not in use.
• Ensures any cords, carts, equipment and other hazards are kept out of the way at all times, not blocking exits and in compliance with fire codes.
• Reports any needed repairs and supply and equipment needs to the Lead Housekeeper.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively speaking the primary language of the residents.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
• Interacts with guests, residents, and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Team Member is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Team Member is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The Team Member is occasionally required to sit.
• Team Member must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Why Join Us

Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2026. A large part of what makes Discovery different is our willingness to embrace change. We constantly challenge how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we offer residents is the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. The environment and culture for our team members are refreshed to bring energy to the business and culture.

Our Culture & Values

We’re unified by core values — TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY — which guide our approach to innovation and success.

Benefits

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness benefits, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies.

Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members.

Contact

If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly. No agencies, please. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies under any circumstances. We receive inquiries from agencies daily. Agencies should not direct any inquiries or emails to hiring managers. Thank you.

EOE D/V
JOB CODE: 1006722