Housekeeping Aide - Resident Comfort & Sanitation

Elderwood Administrative Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas allowance

Competitive pay

Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem

Shift differentials

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is seeking a Housekeeping Aide to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for residents in Lake Placid, NY. You will clean resident rooms and common areas, following infection control and safety procedures, and prepare spaces for new admissions.

This role supports a resident-centered environment, offers growth opportunities, and provides a gas allowance benefit for eligible employees along with competitive hourly pay and flexible FT/PT/Per Diem schedules.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of assigned resident rooms, common areas, and general facility spaces.
• Clean and disinfect floors, furniture, beds, bathrooms, and other surfaces according to established procedures.
• Assist with moving and organizing residents' personal belongings when residents are discharged or transferred.
• Prepare resident rooms for new occupants following discharge and transfer procedures.
• Follow proper infection control practices in cleaning methods and personal hygiene.
• Safely handle and store cleaning compounds and hazardous substances.
• Collect and dispose of trash and refuse in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Help prevent infection, pests, and other environmental hazards through proper cleaning and waste disposal.
• Follow facility safety procedures and remain alert to fire regulations and potential hazards.
• Help maintain a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, families, staff, and visitors.
• Follow all applicable facility policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Treat residents with dignity, kindness, and respect.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management.

Skills

Dependable

Detail-oriented

Team player

Willing to learn

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is seeking a Housekeeping Aide to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for residents in Lake Placid, NY. You will clean resident rooms and common areas, following infection control and safety procedures, and prepare spaces for new admissions.

This role supports a resident-centered environment, offers growth opportunities, and provides a gas allowance benefit for eligible employees along with competitive hourly pay and flexible FT/PT/Per Diem schedules.