Housekeeping

Towne Centre Assisted Living; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Towne Centre Assisted Living in Merrillville, IN, is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for residents, staff and visitors. The role supports resident comfort and health by providing high-quality housekeeping with compassion and attention to detail.

Responsibilities include cleaning resident rooms and common areas, following infection control procedures, and collaborating with nursing and care staff to meet resident needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous housekeeping or custodial experience, preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting.
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful when interacting with elderly residents.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift and move for extended periods; ability to lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Clean resident rooms, bathrooms, common areas and offices per facility standards.
• Dust, mop, vacuum, and disinfect assigned areas as needed.
• Empty trash and replace liners.
• Launder bed linens, towels and residents' personal laundry as needed.
• Replenish supplies such as soap and cleaning products.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times.
• Observe and report maintenance issues or safety hazards.
• Handle residents' belongings with respect and confidentiality.
• Assist in preparing rooms for new residents.
• Collaborate with nursing and care staff to meet resident needs.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Cleaning chemicals knowledge

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Compassionate demeanor

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Towne Centre Assisted Living -

Job Summary:

The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for resident's, staff and visitors in an assisted living facility. The position plays a vital role in ensuring resident's comfort, health, and overall well -being by providing high-quality housekeeping services with compassion and attention detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean resident's rooms, bathrooms, common areas, and administrative offices according to facilities standards.




• Dust, mop, vacuum, and disinfect all assigned areas on routine and as - needed basis.




• Empty Trash containers and replace liners.




• Launder bed linens, towels, and residents' personal laundry as needed.




• Replenish supplies such as soap, paper products, and cleaning agent.




• Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times.




• Observe and report and maintenance issues, safety hazards, or unusual resident behavior.




• Handle resident's belongings with respect and confidentiality.




• Assist in preparing rooms for new residents.




• Collaborate with nursing and care staff to ensure resident needs are being met.




• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.




• Previous housekeeping or custodial experience, preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting.




• Understanding of cleaning chemicals and supplies.




• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.




• Compassionate, patient, and respectful when interacting with elderly residents.




• Strong attention to detail and reliability.




• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move for extended periods; ability to lift 30 Ibs.

Work Environment:

• Indoor work in a healthcare and residential setting.




• Exposure to cleaning agents, bodily fluids (infrequently), and potential biohazard.




• Interaction with residents, families, staff and visitors.

Shifts:

• Shifts include weekends only, holidays, depending on facility needs.