Housekeeper- SNF

Americare Senior Living; Chanute (KS); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Daily pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Free meals

Career advancement

Job summary

Americare Senior Living is seeking a dependable Housekeeper to join our skilled nursing team at Heritage Health Care Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing in Chanute, KS. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and homelike environment for residents, staff and visitors, supporting infection control and resident comfort.

Shifts available in the evenings; this is a part-time role with starting pay at $14/hour. You’ll work in a respectful, team-oriented environment where leadership acknowledges your

Qualifications

• Grade school education required.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, resident-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of resident rooms, common areas, work areas, and offices.
• Perform laundry duties, including sorting, washing, drying, folding, and storing laundry.
• Follow deep-cleaning schedules and infection control protocols.
• Report maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor.
• Maintain housekeeping carts, tools, and equipment in a clean and safe condition.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of cleaning chemicals in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure it is in good condition.
• Attend required training sessions and staff meetings to support service quality and efficiency.

Education

Grade school education

Job description

Community: Heritage Health Care Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing

Community Type: Skilled Nursing

Location: Chanute, KS

Shifts Available: Evenings

Employment Type: Part-Time

Pay: Starting at $14/hour

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

At Americare Senior Living, housekeeping team members are truly seen as essential to resident care and comfort—not just behind-the-scenes support. You’ll work in a respectful, team-oriented environment where leadership appreciates your hard work and coworkers step in to help one another.

Your Role as a Housekeeper

Skilled Nursing

We are looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Housekeeper to join our skilled nursing team and help maintain a clean, safe, and homelike environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This role is essential to infection control, resident comfort, and overall community standards.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain cleanliness of resident rooms, common areas, work areas, and offices
• Perform laundry duties, including sorting, washing, drying, folding, and storing personal and general laundry
• Follow deep-cleaning schedules and infection control protocols
• Report maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor
• Maintain housekeeping carts, tools, and equipment in a clean and safe condition
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of cleaning chemicals in compliance with OSHA standards
• Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure it is in good condition
• Adhere to established cleaning routines and safety procedures
• Attend required training sessions and staff meetings to support service quality and efficiency

Physical Demands

• Stand, sit, walk, and change positions frequently
• Lift up to 25 lbs. and push or pull up to 100 lbs.
• Crouch, kneel, balance, stoop, and bend as needed

Safety Requirements

• Use PPE including gloves, gowns, and face protection as required
• Wear supportive, non-slip footwear
• Use carts and casters to transport items safelyFollow OSHA standards for hazardous cleaning agents and SDS guidelines
• Report all work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
• Participate in company drug testing procedures

Work Environment

This position operates primarily indoors in a Skilled Nursing community with adequate lighting and ventilation. Occasional interaction with residents during daily routines or activities may occur.

Qualifications

• Grade school education required
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, resident-centered environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability

Advance Your Clinical Career in Senior Living

Are you a nurse or clinical professional looking for a meaningful role in senior living or long-term care? At Americare, you’ll combine clinical excellence with compassionate care.

Who We Are

• Leading senior living and healthcare provider serving multiple states
• 40+ years of experience in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing
• Values-driven culture built on RISING: Respect, Integrity, Servant Heart, Inspire, Nurture, Growth
• Nationally recognized workplace and care provider

Why Join Americare

• Deliver high-quality resident-centered clinical care
• Work with supportive leadership and collaborative care teams
• Opportunity to grow into leadership or specialty clinical roles
• Focus on quality outcomes, compliance, and patient safety
• Be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation + bonus opportunities (role dependent)
• Daily pay access
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Free meals during shifts
• Recognition programs and career advancement pathways

Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.

Grow your clinical career in senior living with Americare.