Housekeeping Worker - part-time

Virginia.gov; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia.gov’s Northern VA Mental Health Institute is seeking a part-time Housekeeping Worker for a day shift (07:00 am to 2:30 pm) with alternating weekends to help maintain cleanliness in the hospital and manage linens and waste. The role requires physical ability to lift and stand for long periods and to follow instructions clearly.

The successful candidate will know cleaning methods and tools and communicate effectively with staff.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, stoop, bend, pull, push, reach and stand for extended period of time.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and use of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ability to perform a variety of cleaning tasks.
• Ability to follow oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in the hospital environment.
• Exchange linens, gather and dispose of refuse, move furniture and equipment as needed.
• Identify and report items for repair; communicate effectively with all levels of staff.

Job description

Title: Housekeeping Worker

State Role Title: W79071

Hiring Range: $17.25/hr.

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Northern VA Mental Health Inst

Agency Website: www.dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/nvmhi/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

• NVMHI has an exciting new opportunity for team member to work for day shift in our housekeeping department part-time (with no benefits) to maintain cleanliness in the hospital, exchange linens, gather and dispose of refuse, move furniture and equipment around, and identify and report items for repair. The successful candidate must have the ability to lift, stoop, bend, pull, push, reach, and stand for an extended period of time, have knowledge of cleaning methods and tools, capable of following oral and written instructions, and have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of NVMHI staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Day Shift Hours: 07:00 am to 2:30 pm with alternating weekends!

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to lift, stoop, bend, pull, push, reach and stand for extended period of time.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and use of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ability to perform a variety of cleaning tasks.
• Ability to follow oral instructions.

Additional Considerations

Prior experience in a hospital setting.

Contact Information

Name: Tina Bielonwu

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

NVMHI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.

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.