HOUSEKEEPING PERSONNEL

Columbus Oaks Healthcare Community; Columbus (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Oaks Healthcare Community is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain a clean, sanitary, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors in a long-term care setting. You will clean resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, dining areas, and common spaces, handle linens, and assist with laundry while following infection control, safety, and HIPAA/privacy policies.

Attention to detail and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred (not always required).
• Experience in housekeeping or janitorial, especially healthcare or long-term care, preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe usage.
• Ability to work independently and follow cleaning schedules.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Follow HIPAA and resident privacy policies.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, offices, dining areas, and common spaces.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust floors and surfaces.
• Disinfect high-touch surfaces such as door handles, handrails, light switches, and furniture.
• Empty trash and dispose of waste according to facility and infection-control guidelines.
• Clean and restock supplies in resident bathrooms and common restrooms.
• Change bed linens and assist with laundry tasks when required.
• Maintain housekeeping carts and ensure cleaning supplies are properly stocked.
• Follow all infection control, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Report maintenance issues, hazards, or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Interact respectfully and compassionately with elderly residents and staff.
• Follow HIPAA and resident privacy policies.

Skills

Housekeeping

Infection control

Sanitation

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning chemicals

Cleaning equipment

Linen handling

Job description

The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors in a long-term care facility. This role helps support infection control, resident well-being, and overall facility appearance.Key ResponsibilitiesClean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, offices, dining areas, and common spaces.Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust floors and surfaces throughout the facility.Disinfect high-touch surfaces such as door handles, handrails, light switches, and furniture.Empty trash and dispose of waste according to facility and infection-control guidelines.Clean and restock supplies in resident bathrooms and common restrooms.Change bed linens and assist with laundry tasks when required.Maintain housekeeping carts and ensure cleaning supplies are properly stocked.Follow all infection control, safety, and sanitation procedures.Report maintenance issues, hazards, or safety concerns to supervisors.Interact respectfully and compassionately with elderly residents and staff.Follow HIPAA and resident privacy policies.High school diploma or GED preferred (not always required).Previous housekeeping or janitorial experience preferred, especially in healthcare or long-term care settings.Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe usage.Ability to work independently and follow cleaning schedules.Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.