Residential Care Assistant/Housekeeping

University of California; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a Residential Care Assistant to maintain the cleanliness of apartments and common areas while also providing dietary support during lunch. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills, be certified in CPR and First Aid, and possess a high school diploma. This position provides a dynamic work environment with significant employee benefits, including health insurance and tuition waivers.

Benefits

80% tuition waivers for employees and families

University contributions to health and dental insurance

Immediate leave accrual

Access to campus sports and cultural activities

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleanliness of individual apartments and common areas.
• Assists in dietary department during lunch meals.
• Performs other assigned duties.

Skills

General cleaning duties

Effective interpersonal communication

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?

Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid? Onsite

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number NC0902025

Working Title

Working Title Residential Care Assistant/Housekeeping

Department Org

Department Org 755000 - College Square Retirement Ctr

Why should you work at UCA?

We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni—who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work!

At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide remote work days may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals.

Position Summary

The Residential Care Assistant is responsible for the overall cleanliness of individual apartments and common areas. Duties also include assisting in the dietary department as wait staff during the lunch meal. Other duties as assigned. This position is governed by state and federal laws/institution policy.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include routine cleaning of apartments and common areas, maintains and compiles reports and assists with emergencies as needed. Also assists in the dietary department as wait staff during the lunch meal. Performs other duties as assigned. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm. Holidays may be required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to perform general cleaning duties.

Skills Considered Essential for Success

-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
-Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
-Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
-Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
-Ability to make sound judgments.
-Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
-Civility in all interactions.
-Demonstrate effective follow-up.

Required Education and/or Experience

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS , EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS , UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE .

Preferred Education and/or Experience

Must be able to stoop and bend; lift and move custodial equipment, furniture and fixtures. Must have or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications. Must have strong customer service skills and be multi-task oriented. Prior experience in housekeeping/custodial related position or working with senior adults preferred.

University, Campus, and Community Description

Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of nearly 10,000, of which more than 20% are graduate students. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in six disciplines. The undergraduate student body consistently scores above the national average on the ACT exam. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions to research, scholarship, and creative activities. UCA seeks to attract students and employees that are dedicated to building a culture of diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity.

Desired start date 06/16/2025

Position Summary and Qualifications

License(s)/Certifications

Must have, or be willing to obtain, CPR and First Aid certifications.

Physical Demands Checklist

Physical Demands Checklist Sitting, Kneeling, Standing, Balancing, Lifting/Carrying, Walking, Climbing, Crawling

Physical Exertion

Physical Exertion Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds, Primarily indoor work

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

UCA EEO Statement

The University of Central Arkansas is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution dedicated to attracting and supporting a diverse student, faculty and staff population through enhanced multicultural learning environments and opportunities. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.

Open Date

Open Date 06/06/2025

Close Date

Close Date 06/13/2025

Open Until Filled No

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