Housekeeper (Full-Time)

Hirebridge; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance for Career Dev

Student Loan Repayment Program

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

DailyPay

Free Meals

Job summary

Goodwin Living seeks a career-minded Housekeeper to join our Environmental Services Team in Alexandria, VA. You will clean and sanitize apartments, public areas, and facility restrooms, maintaining cleanliness and safety across our community.

The successful candidate will have prior housekeeping experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to follow instructions. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Verbal communication required.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Ability to deal tactfully with others.
• Must communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas and common spaces.
• Maintains cleanliness of resident apartments and restrooms.
• Monitors supplies and restocks as needed.
• Handles cleaning chemicals safely and according to guidelines.
• Reports equipment issues or safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading & writing

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Job description

Celebrated as the #3 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2025 by The Washington Post since 2019, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 70 countries.

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued.

Pay: $20 per hour

Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

About the Position:

At Goodwin Living, we are looking for a career-minded, energetic, and organized individual to join our Environmental Services Team as a Housekeeper. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for cleaning and sanitizing apartments, public areas, and facility restrooms, and/or other areas as assigned.

Job Duties:

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned area and/or resident apartments according to departmental guidelines.
• Monitors supplies and linens in restrooms and ensures adequate availability of supplies and linens when needed.
• Exercises care and proper handling procedures when using cleaning solutions and other hazardous chemicals.
• Maintains cleaning carts in a clean and organized manner; stocks supplies as needed.
• Performs sterilizing procedures upon vacancy of apartments, and nursing unit rooms, according to department guidelines.
• Monitors for and records needed repairs, security locks, and other barriers interfering with cleaning activities.
• Reports all defective equipment and unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous housekeeping experience preferred.
• Proficient verbal communication skills required.
• Must be able to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with others.
• Must have ability to effectively communicate in English.

A sampling of our many benefits!

We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan- 401(k)
• Referral Program: Earn a bonus for referring friends and family!
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• ESL classes
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• UMGC 25% Discount
• BJs Membership (One Year)
• Retail Discounts (LifeMart, Verizon Wireless, Dell)
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.