Housekeeping Aide

Care Initiatives; Avoca (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Avoca Specialty Care is hiring a Housekeeping Aide to support daily cleaning, laundry, and sanitation in a caring, home-like environment at our Avoca, IA community. You will help maintain a welcoming space for residents, families, visitors, and staff while following established schedules and infection control practices.

The role emphasizes compassionate service, timely assignments, and a respectful, professional demeanor toward residents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or apartment/healthcare settings preferred.
• Ability to follow cleaning schedules and safety protocols.
• Friendly, respectful communication with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily housekeeping and laundry duties following established task lists and procedures to support cleanliness, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Help maintain a clean, welcoming, and well-organized environment for residents, families, visitors, and team members.
• Complete assigned cleaning schedules and service areas with attention to detail, sanitation, and infection prevention while collaborating with the care team.
• Engage respectfully and professionally with residents and guests, contributing to a positive and supportive facility atmosphere.

Skills

Housekeeping

Compassionate care

Communication

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Avoca Specialty Care, a 45-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Avoca, IA, is now hiring!

Are you a compassionate Housekeeper looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as a Housekeeping Aide, where you will provide comprehensive care that truly matters. With over forty (40) skilled nursing communities across Iowa, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support at every stage of the healthcare journey.

As a Housekeeping Aide on our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and demonstrate your compassion, positively influencing the lives of our residents. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our residents and their loved ones.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily housekeeping and laundry duties following established task lists and procedures to support cleanliness, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Help maintain a clean, welcoming, and well-organized environment for residents, families, visitors, and team members.
• Complete assigned cleaning schedules and service areas with attention to detail, sanitation, and infection prevention while collaborating effectively with the care team.
• Engage respectfully and professionally with residents and guests, contributing to a positive and supportive facility atmosphere.

What it takes to become a Housekeeping Aide with Care Initiatives:

• Someone who can complete assignments timely.
• Interest in providing a home-like atmosphere.
• Passion for providing excellent care to our residents.
• Have a strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO, and more.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.