Housekeeping Worker - 2nd Shift

DHRM; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement with cash match

Paid time off

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Western State Hospital in Staunton, VA is seeking a full-time Housekeeping Worker for the 2nd shift to maintain a safe, clean environment for patients, staff, and visitors. You will perform daily cleaning tasks and support a therapeutic setting at the facility.

The position requires reading and following instructions, basic math, and physical stamina. Background checks and a pre-employment drug screen are part of the process, with a focus on safety and quality of care.

Qualifications

• General knowledge in cleaning bathrooms, bedrooms, dayrooms, floor finishing, and cleaning/operating housekeeping equipment
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English to understand work instructions, safety guidelines, and complete required documentation
• Perform basic math calculations
• Lift heavy objects
• Stand for prolonged periods and walk on various surfaces
• Climb ladders, work on knees, and work in various conditions

Responsibilities

• Ensure bathrooms and shower rooms are cleaned daily
• Ensure all trash removed daily
• Floors are mopped daily
• Walls and ceilings are cleaned as needed
• Dush mop and wet mop floors daily
• Remove trash
• buffing weekly

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

English literacy

Math basics

Physical stamina

Job description

• Title: Housekeeping Worker - 2nd Shift
• State Role Title: Hsekeep &/or Apparel Worker I
• Hiring Range: $35,524 to $46,000
• Pay Band: 1
• Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
• Location: Western State Hospital
• Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/
• Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Location: Western State Hospital 103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for its Psychosocial Rehabilitation "Learning" programs.

WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.

Position Overview: Western State Hospital is seeking a full time Housekeeping Worker - 2nd shift to provide a safe, sanitary, and attractive environment for patients, staff, and visitors at Western State Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure bathrooms and shower rooms are cleaned daily
• Ensure all trash removed daily
• Floors are mopped daily
• Walls and ceilings are cleaned as needed
• Dush mop and wet mop floors daily
• Remove trash
• buffing weekly

Benefits Include

• Retirement with cash match
• Paid time off, sick time, family/personal time, and community service time
• Health, vison, and dental insurance
• Life insurance

Minimum Qualifications

• General knowledge in cleaning bathrooms, bedrooms, dayrooms, floor finishing, and cleaning/operating housekeeping equipment
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English to understand work instructions, safety guidelines, and complete required documentation
• Perform basic math calculations
• Lift heavy objects
• Stand for prolonged periods and walk on various surfaces
• Climb ladders, work on knees, and work in various conditions

Additional Considerations

• Bilingual in English
• Veteran or Veteran Spouse

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Requirements

Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code Sections 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.

Contact Information

Name: Samantha Leep

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Inclusion Note

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 29 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 06 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time