Housekeeping Worker - part-time

DHRM; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern VA Mental Health Inst is seeking a part-time Housekeeping Worker for day shift to maintain hospital cleanliness, exchange linens, dispose of refuse, and move furniture as needed.

The role requires lifting, standing, and knowledge of cleaning methods; ability to follow oral instructions and communicate with staff is essential. Prior hospital experience is preferred.

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 and support housekeeping operations.
• Exchange linens, dispose of refuse, and move furniture and equipment as needed.
• Identify and report items requiring repair.
• Day Shift Hours: 07:00 am to 2:30 pm with alternating weekends.

Skills

Lifting & standing

Cleaning methods

Cleaning tasks

Oral instructions

Job description

Housekeeping Worker

W79071

$17.25/hr.

1

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Northern VA Mental Health Inst

www.dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/nvmhi/

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.

Inclusion and Equitable Opportunity

These positions are hourly/wage and not eligible for benefits. Hourly (wage) employees may not work more than 29 hours a week and are limited to working 1500 hours in a year.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: 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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx

Contact Pathways

Led by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired, the Career Pathways grant will help nearly 500 Virginians with disabilities, including young adults and veterans, gain new skills and credentials through Career Pathways to seek employment in competitive, high-demand, high-quality occupations.

www.vadars.org or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (HR Rep phone #) for assistance. 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.

DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment.

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. 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: 09 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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