Housekeeping Aide

Elderwood Administrative Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,647 - 25,402; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas allowance

Shift differentials

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Career stability

Job summary

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is seeking dependable Housekeeping Aides to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports residents and their families. You will help with cleaning, laundry and linen services to ensure comfort and safety across the facility.

Compensation ranges hourly from $16.44 to $18.44, with gas allowance for eligible employees, shift differentials for evenings and weekends, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Custodial, janitorial, housekeeping and/or laundry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of general areas and resident rooms.
• Move personal belongings and clean/disinfect rooms when residents are discharged or moved.
• Follow safety rules and fire regulations where applicable.
• Practice infection control in cleaning methods and personal hygiene.
• Store cleaning chemicals and hazardous substances properly.
• Dispose of trash to prevent disease transmission or hazards.

Skills

Cleaning & sanitation

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary

$16.44 / hr - $18.44 / hr

Overview

Housekeeping Aide

Location: Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid, NY — Home of the 1980 Winter Olympics!

Pay Range: $16.44 – $18.44/hour — Earn more with experienceStatus: Full Time, Part-Time & Per Diem Opportunities AvailableNEW! Gas Allowance Benefit for eligible employees

Don’t Just Look for a Job — Build a Career

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is seeking dependable and compassionate Laundry Aides and Housekeeping Aides to join our team. In these important support roles, you will help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment that enhances the daily lives of our residents and their families.

If you take pride in creating welcoming spaces and enjoy being part of a resident-focused team, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Elderwood of Uihlein?

• NEW! Gas Allowance Stipend for eligible employees
• Shift Differentials for evenings, weekends
• Comprehensive benefits package available (medical, vision, dental and more!)
• Supportive and resident-centered team environment
• Opportunities for growth and long‑term career stability

Housekeeping Aide Position Overview

Housekeeping Aides play an essential role in supporting resident health, comfort, and safety by maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility and assisting with laundering facility linens and resident clothing. These team members help ensure residents feel comfortable and cared for in a clean and welcoming environment.

Apply Today — Become an essential part of our team and help create a safe, clean, and comfortable home for residents at Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid!

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of general areas and assigned rooms of residents.
• Help move personal belongings of residents and clean and disinfect floor, furniture, bed and bathroom according to accepted procedures when a resident is discharged or transferred to another room.
• Follow safety rules, and where applicable, maintain vigilance concerning fire regulations and hazards as stated in procedures.
• Practice infection control principles in cleaning methods and personal hygiene.
• Keep cleaning compounds and hazardous substances stored properly for the protection of residents and staff.
• Collect and dispose of trash and other refuse in such a manner that prevents the transmission of disease and does not create a nuisance or fire hazard, nor a breeding place for insects and rodents.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Custodial, janitorial, housekeeping and/or laundry experience preferred

*Individuals under 18 years of age must be excluded from the usage of dangerous equipment such as: compactors.

• 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.