Housekeeper - Temporary Contract

Iris Senior Living; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Iris Memory Care of Edmond is seeking a dependable housekeeper for a temporary contract in Edmond, OK. The role supports a small memory care community by keeping resident apartments, bathrooms, and common areas clean and safe.

You will handle resident laundry, manage supplies, and follow infection control procedures while interacting warmly with residents living with dementia.

Qualifications

• Prior housekeeping or janitorial experience preferred; senior living, hospital, or hotel experience a plus.
• Reliable, on time, and able to work independently once trained.
• Patient, gentle, and comfortable around older adults living with dementia.
• Able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs throughout a shift.
• Able to start quickly and commit to the full contract period.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident apartments, bathrooms, and common areas on a daily schedule
• Handle resident laundry and linens with care, keeping personal items organized and returned to the right place
• Empty trash, restock supplies, and keep hallways and shared spaces tidy and free of hazards
• Follow infection control and safety procedures, including proper use of cleaning chemicals
• Report maintenance issues or safety concerns to leadership right away
• Greet and interact with residents warmly and patiently. In memory care, a kind word matters as much as a clean room

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Reliability

Patient with seniors

Lift 25 lbs

Background check

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: EDM - Edmond, OK 73012, Housekeeper – Temporary Contract
Iris Memory Care of Edmond | Edmond, OK
Position Type: Temporary / Short-Term Contract
Expected Duration: Immediate start through mid-November
Pay: Starting at $15.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts

About Us

At Iris Memory Care of Edmond, we're not a big, busy facility. We're a small, close-knit memory care community where every team member knows our residents by name, their stories, and what makes them smile. Our residents are living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, and a clean, calm, familiar home is a big part of how we care for them.

About This Role

One of our housekeeping team members is out for a while, and we need a dependable, caring person to help keep our community clean, safe, and comfortable in the meantime. This is a short-term contract role, but it is no less important. You'll be part of the team from day one, and our residents will feel the difference you make.

This is a great fit if you're looking for temporary work, want to get a feel for senior living, or simply enjoy work that matters.

What You'll Do

• Clean and sanitize resident apartments, bathrooms, and common areas on a daily schedule
• Handle resident laundry and linens with care, keeping personal items organized and returned to the right place
• Empty trash, restock supplies, and keep hallways and shared spaces tidy and free of hazards
• Follow infection control and safety procedures, including proper use of cleaning chemicals
• Report maintenance issues or safety concerns to leadership right away
• Greet and interact with residents warmly and patiently. In memory care, a kind word matters as much as a clean room

Qualifications: What We're Looking For

• Prior housekeeping or janitorial experience preferred; senior living, hospital, or hotel experience a plus
• Reliable, on time, and able to work independently once trained
• Patient, gentle, and comfortable around older adults living with dementia
• Able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs throughout a shift
• Able to start quickly and commit to the full contract period
• Must pass a background check

Why You'll Love It Here

• A small team where your work is seen and appreciated
• Real connection with residents, not just a checklist
• Supportive leadership who will help you learn the ropes quickly
• A chance to be considered for future openings at Iris Senior Living communities

Ready to Help?

If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and have a heart for seniors, we'd love to meet you.