Housekeeping Aide

ProAction of Steuben & Yates, Inc.; Village of Penn Yan (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Generous leave

Job summary

Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Aide for the Yates Office for the Aging to support adults 60+ in their homes.

You will perform light housekeeping, assist with meals, laundry, shopping, and maintain a clean, safe living space while traveling within the service area. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel within the service area.
• Good knowledge of housekeeping practices and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate organizational values and supporting behaviors.
• Experience working with older adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform light housekeeping tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and cleaning bathrooms and kitchens in clients’ homes.
• Assist with meal preparation to support clients’ nutritional needs.
• Handle laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothing and linens.
• Provide shopping assistance for groceries and household supplies as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for clients in accordance with program guidelines.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal skills while interacting with older adults.
• Travel regularly within the service area to provide in-home support to clients.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Attention to detail

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc. is a mission-driven organization dedicated to combating poverty and improving the quality of life for low-income individuals and families in Steuben and Yates counties since 1965. As a Housekeeping Aide with Pro Action’s Yates Office for the Aging, you will play a vital role in supporting older adults (age 60+) by providing essential, non-medical in-home services. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of community members, ensuring they can live safely and comfortably in their own homes.

Responsibilities

• Perform light housekeeping tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and cleaning bathrooms and kitchens in clients’ homes.
• Assist with meal preparation to support clients’ nutritional needs.
• Handle laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothing and linens.
• Provide shopping assistance for groceries and household supplies as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for clients in accordance with program guidelines.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal skills while interacting with older adults.
• Travel regularly within the service area to provide in-home support to clients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel within the service area.
• Good knowledge of housekeeping practices and attention to detail.
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate organizational values and supporting behaviors.
• Experience working with older adults is preferred.

Compensation

$16.50–$18.00 per hour, full-time. Two positions available.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Generous personal and sick leave
• Supportive and mission-driven work environment