Housekeeper ORR

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO and holidays

Health, dental, vision insurance

403(b) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Gym Memberships

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring in Brownsville, TX is seeking a Housekeeper for the ORR program to maintain a safe, clean facility for children and staff.

You will perform routine cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance tasks across living areas and common spaces to support a welcoming shelter environment.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of housekeeping or janitorial experience.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assigned tasks during shift.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to work diverse groups of people.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred).
• One (1) year housekeeping or janitorial experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping duties such as dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash receptacles.
• Clean and sanitize common areas, restrooms, windows, walls, carpets, etc.
• Spot clean and maintain resident and common areas as needed.
• Clean and store all equipment and supplies.
• Provide general cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Ensure the environment is free of hazardous chemicals/products and kept safe for residents and staff.
• Perform all cleaning duties using the proper supplies, equipment, and chemicals.
• Report all accidents and incidents to Facilities Manager in a timely manner.
• Notify Facilities Manager regarding the need for major facility/building issues.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

Housekeeping

Time management

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Job description

Lutheran Social Services of the South, Inc. dba Upbring

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Housekeeper ORR

US-TX-Brownsville

Job ID: 2026-7143

# of Openings: 1

Category: Refugee Resettlement Shelters Upbring

Overview

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values:

• We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion.
• We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive.
• We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength.

Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time.

Your Mission in Action

The Housekeeper is responsible for carrying out cleaning and sanitation tasks throughout the facility to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for both children and staff. The primary goal is to uphold a welcoming and well-maintained atmosphere for children, families, and staff alike.

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping duties such as dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, emptying trash receptacles, polishing furniture/fixtures, etc.
• Clean and sanitize common areas, restrooms, windows, walls, carpets, etc.
• Spot clean and maintain resident and common areas as needed.
• Clean and store all equipment and supplies.
• Provide general cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Ensure the environment is free of hazardous chemicals/products and kept safe for residents and staff.
• Perform all cleaning duties using the proper supplies, equipment, and chemicals.
• Report all accidents and incidents to Facilities Manager in a timely manner.
• Notify Facilities Manager regarding the need for major facility/building issues.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Six (6) months of housekeeping or janitorial experience.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assigned tasks and unplanned requests during shift.
• Good time management and organizational skills with the ability to complete multiple tasks.
• Strong people and interpersonal skills with the ability to work diverse groups of people.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (based on service populations and area).
• One (1) year housekeeping or janitorial experience.

Travel

• This position may be required to travel up to 0%.

Perks at Upbring

• Competitive PTO & paid holidays
• Health, dental, vision insurance & more
• 403(b) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Gym Memberships

Physical Demands & Work Conditions

• Position works in a child facility and has constant exposure to children.
• Position requires frequent standing, walking and time in units/cottages which are areas where children reside.
• Lift, push, pull, move up to 25 lbs.
• May be required to apply safety intervention with youth that could weigh over 100lbs.

The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus.

Upbring is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.