Housekeeping Aide

Care Initiatives, Inc.; Knoxville (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is hiring a Housekeeping Aide at West Ridge Specialty Care in Knoxville, IA. You’ll perform daily housekeeping and laundry duties to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, families, visitors, and staff.

You’ll work as part of a team to follow established schedules, support infection prevention, and collaborate with the care team to deliver home‑like care. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental, a 403(b) plan,

Qualifications

• Empathy towards residents and families.
• Respectful and professional interaction with residents, visitors and staff.
• Patience in delivering care and maintaining a safe environment.
• Discretion in handling personal information and sensitive situations.

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.

Skills

Empathy

Respect

Patience

Discretion

Job description

West Ridge Specialty Care, 1904 W Howard St, Knoxville, Iowa, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 6:00 AM

West Ridge Specialty Care, a 78-bed long‑term care skilled nursing community located in Knoxville, 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 Affiliation 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.

West Ridge Specialty Care, 1904 W Howard St, Knoxville, Iowa, United States of America