Housekeeping Aide

DeKalb County Government; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Limited benefits option

Job summary

DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center is seeking a Housekeeping Aide to perform routine cleaning across a nursing facility under supervision. Responsibilities include operating cleaning equipment, maintaining sanitation standards, and supporting a healthy environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 18+, fluency in English, CPR certification, orientation completion, TB testing, and a clear healthcare background check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• CPR certification required.
• Must complete orientation and ongoing in-service education.
• TB testing and physical exam within required window.
• Negative healthcare worker background check.
• Ability to safely perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, hallways, bathrooms, and common areas on a schedule.
• Operate vacuums, carpet shampooers, floor machines, and chemical dispensers.
• Separate and dispose of trash, recyclables, and hazardous materials.
• Restock paper goods, soaps, detergents, and cleaning supplies.
• Maintain equipment and storage areas in clean, safe condition.
• Sanitize beds, furniture, and windows on schedule.
• Monitor supply levels and report shortages.
• Attend required meetings, in-services, and training sessions.
• Respond to emergencies and assist with evacuations when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR Certification

English communication

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Title: Housekeeping Aide

Location: DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center

Schedule: 6:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. or 7:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Rotating weekends and holidays

Position Type: Full-Time

Compensation

• $16.19 per hour with full benefits
• $20.95 per hour with limited benefits option

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Housekeeping Aide performs routine semi-skilled and skilled housekeeping duties throughout the nursing facility. Responsibilities include operating cleaning equipment, maintaining sanitation standards, and supporting a healthy environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, hallways, bathrooms, bathing suites, common areas, staff areas, and storage areas on a scheduled basis
• Operate housekeeping equipment including vacuums, carpet shampooers, floor machines, and chemical dispensers
• Separate and properly dispose of trash, recyclables, and hazardous materials
• Restock paper goods, soaps, detergents, and cleaning supplies
• Maintain housekeeping equipment and storage areas in clean, safe condition
• Perform scheduled sanitizing of beds, furniture, and windows
• Monitor supply levels and notify supervisors of shortages
• Attend required meetings, in-services, and training sessions
• Respond to emergency situations and assist with evacuation if necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Honest, dependable, and of good moral character with a caring demeanor
• Current CPR Certification required
• Must complete orientation and ongoing in-service education
• Physical exam and required TB testing within 10 days of employment (chest x-ray if indicated)
• Negative Health Care Worker background check
• Ability to safely perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Physical Requirements

This position requires continuous physical activity, including:

• Lifting up to 40 pounds
• Pushing/pulling carts and equipment weighing over 200 pounds
• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, twisting, squatting, and reaching overhead
• Working in confined spaces and occasionally at heights
• Continuous exposure to cleaning chemicals and healthcare environments
• Ability to hear alarms, follow verbal instructions, and detect odors such as smoke or gas

Work Environment

• Primarily indoor work in a well-lit, climate-controlled nursing facility
• Frequent interaction with residents, families, and staff
• Regular exposure to cleaning equipment, chemicals, and infectious materials

At DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing Center, you are more than an employee - you are part of a compassionate team committed to providing quality care and maintaining a safe, respectful home for our residents.