Housekeeping Aide

Elderwood; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off & holiday pay

401(k) with employer match

Ongoing training & career development

Stable full-time hours

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Elderwood at West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center in Boston is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents and visitors. This full-time role emphasizes comfort, dignity, and quality of life in daily tasks.

Experience in healthcare housekeeping is preferred but not required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Healthcare or environmental services housekeeping experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, dining areas, and common spaces.
• Dust, sweep, mop, vacuum, disinfect, and sanitize assigned areas.
• Maintain a safe and organized environment by properly storing cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Dispose of trash and biohazardous waste according to facility procedures.
• Follow infection prevention and safety protocols, including proper use of PPE.
• Respect resident privacy by knocking before entering rooms and honoring personal preferences whenever possible.
• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, and pest activity promptly.
• Work collaboratively with nursing and other departments to support exceptional resident care.
• Assist with additional housekeeping duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Help Create a Place Residents Are Proud to Call Home.

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Salary

$ 17.16 / hr - $ 20.14 / hr

Overview

Housekeeper / Environmental Services Aide

Help Create a Place Residents Are Proud to Call Home.

At West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center , a clean environment means so much more than spotless floors and fresh linens—it means comfort, dignity, safety, and peace of mind for every resident who walks through our doors.

As a Housekeeper, you'll play an essential role in creating a welcoming environment where residents can feel at home and families can feel confident in the care their loved ones receive. If you take pride in your work, enjoy staying active, and want to make a difference behind the scenes, we’d love to have you on our team.

Why Join West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center ?

At West Roxbury Health, we believe every team member contributes to exceptional resident care. Whether you’re providing direct care or maintaining a clean and comfortable environment, your work matters every single day.

Full-Time Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Ongoing Training & Career Development
• Stable Full-Time Hours
• Supportive Team Environment

More Than Housekeeping

Every freshly made bed, sanitized surface, and welcoming resident room contributes to the comfort, dignity, and well-being of the people who call Bear Mountain home.

We’re looking for individuals who take pride in creating spaces that promote healing, comfort, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

As a Housekeeper, you’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and fellow team members.

Responsibilities Include

• Clean resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, dining areas, and common spaces
• Dust, sweep, mop, vacuum, disinfect, and sanitize assigned areas
• Maintain a safe and organized environment by properly storing cleaning supplies and equipment
• Dispose of trash and biohazardous waste according to facility procedures
• Follow infection prevention and safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Respect resident privacy by knocking before entering rooms and honoring personal preferences whenever possible
• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, and pest activity promptly
• Work collaboratively with nursing and other departments to support exceptional resident care
• Assist with additional housekeeping duties as assigned

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Previous housekeeping experience in healthcare, long-term care, hospitality, or environmental services is preferred but not required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Dependable, positive, and committed to providing outstanding service
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.