Housekeeping Aide

River View; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

River View is seeking a Housekeeping Aide to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for residents. The role involves performing daily housekeeping tasks and ensuring a steady linen supply, under the direction of the Administrator or Supervisor.

The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, following cleaning procedures, and showing attention to detail. Ability to stand for long periods and manage time efficiently is essential.

Qualifications

• Lift, push, and move equipment weighing over 50 pounds.
• Follow written and oral cleaning instruction procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary facility.
• Ensure an adequate supply of linens is on hand at all times.
• Follow directives from the Administrator and/or Supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Stand for long shifts

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

The primary purpose of the Housekeeping Aide is to perform the day-to-day activities of the Housekeeping Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility and as may be directed by the Administrator and/or Supervisor to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner and that an adequate supply of linen in on hand at all times to meet the needs of the residents.

General Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions concerning the mixture of cleaning compounds, liquids, cleaning instructions, etc.
• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Attention to detail

Qualifications and Skills:

Perform, follow and adhere to proper body mechanics necessary to perform duties.

Must be able to stand most shift and do repetitive arm/shoulder movements.

Must be able to assume responsibility and possess ability to work independently, problem solving and managing time.