Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Career scholarships
quality training
Continuing Education
Leadership programs
Employee Discount Program
NetSpend wage access
Predictable schedules

Job Description

The Homestead at Rochester is a distinguished part of Volunteers of America National Services, an organization widely recognized for its dedication to providing essential housing and healthcare services. As the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the larger Volunteers of America parent organization, The Homestead at Rochester stands out as a vital resource within the community by offering a nurturing environment focused on senior living and healthcare. Known for its compassionate approach and commitment to high-quality care, The Homestead at Rochester functions with a mission to enhance the lives of its residents through comprehensive support, comfortable living conditions, and meaningful social interaction.

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) is celebrated for its employee-centric culture that fosters inclusivity, diversity, and professional growth. The organization has been certified as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years, highlighting its focus on creating an enriching workplace environment for all employees. Employees at VOANS describe their work as deeply meaningful and rewarding, emphasizing that this is not "just a job" but a valuable opportunity to make a significant, positive impact on the lives of others. The organization's values promote sharing, encouragement, and embracing diversity, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all individuals without discrimination.

The role of Housekeeper at The Homestead at Rochester presents a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference in a senior living and healthcare setting. This position offers meaningful work involving the upkeep and cleanliness of residential and common areas within the facility. The Housekeeper’s responsibilities revolve around ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the residents, which directly contributes to their overall wellbeing and quality of life. This role also involves providing companionship and essential human interaction to residents, fostering a friendly and welcoming atmosphere during their time of need.

Compensation for the Housekeeper position ranges from $16.50 to $18.50 per hour, dependent on prior experience. The job emphasizes predictable and balanced schedules to support work-life balance while encouraging career advancement through quality training, continuing education, leadership programs, and career scholarships. Employees can also enjoy generous benefits such as an employee discount program, access to wages before payday through NetSpend, and the benefit of working in scenic spaces designed for recharging and relaxation. The supportive leadership at The Homestead ensures that each team member experiences a workplace that feels like family and a job that has a lasting, positive impact on the community.

In this vital role, the Housekeeper will clean rooms, apartments, and common areas, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and safety. The position requires vigilance in monitoring maintenance needs and following specified reporting procedures. It calls for individuals who are not only physically capable of performing rigorous cleaning tasks such as dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and scrubbing but also possess the interpersonal skills necessary to be a friendly and reassuring presence to the residents. Working within a healthcare and senior living environment means adhering to strict COVID-19 precautions and maintaining an understanding of health and safety protocols.

The Homestead at Rochester invites compassionate, dedicated individuals to join their team to help change lives for the better. Through this role, employees can build a fulfilling career while contributing positively to a supportive and inclusive environment that values each person's unique strengths and differences. Volunteers of America National Services’ commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment ensures a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to do their personal best every day.

Job Requirements

  • Must be willing to work in a healthcare/senior living environment that is taking precautions for COVID-19
  • ability to understand and follow procedures, work assignments, instructions, warnings and labels
  • adequate strength, endurance and coordination to meet the strenuous physical demands of dusting, mopping, vacuuming and scrubbing

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to understand and follow procedures, work assignments, instructions, warnings and labels
  • adequate strength, endurance and coordination to meet the strenuous physical demands of cleaning tasks
  • previous institutional housekeeping/cleaning experience preferred
  • willingness to work in a healthcare/senior living environment taking COVID-19 precautions
  • strong interpersonal skills to provide companionship to residents

Job Duties

  • Clean rooms, apartments, and common areas within the facility
  • monitor and follow reporting procedures for maintenance needs
  • provide companionship and human interaction to residents
  • maintain cleanliness standards to ensure a safe and comfortable environment
  • adhere to COVID-19 safety protocols
  • assist with dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and scrubbing
  • support a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for residents

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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