Housekeeper

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive pay
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
403b/401k with employer match
Comprehensive health benefits
Employee assistance program
Pet insurance

Job Description

Valley View Village is a sprawling 16-acre senior living community located in Des Moines, Iowa, known for its neighborhood feel and vibrant atmosphere. As a part of Cassia, a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience, Valley View Village is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care that fosters a fullness of life for older adults. This community embraces a work hard, play hard mentality, valuing strong work ethics while promoting a fun and supportive environment where laughter and camaraderie are commonplace. Employees at Valley View Village benefit from a healthy work-life balance, food discounts, and meaningful connections with residents, creating a truly rewarding work experience. Cassia’s core values include Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation, which serve as the foundation for all organizational endeavors. Staff members are recognized for their efforts, and opportunities for professional growth are supported, emphasizing inclusivity and collaboration across all roles. For those passionate about making a positive impact within a nonprofit environment, Valley View Village offers not just a job, but a fulfilling career path within a supportive and mission-driven team. For more information about the community, visit their website at https://www.valleyviewvillage.org/.

The role of Housekeeper at Valley View Village is a full-time position that offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the comfort and safety of the community’s residents, staff, and visitors. Working within the Environmental Services team, the Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in resident rooms, restrooms, and common areas. This role is crucial in creating a welcoming and sanitary environment that supports the overall well-being of the senior living community. The position involves cleaning tasks such as dusting, vacuuming, washing, and trash removal, with flexibility for other duties as assigned. The Housekeeper position requires reliability, attention to detail, and a positive attitude, as each task contributes to the broader mission of fostering a safe and pleasant living space. This role includes working every other weekend from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at the location of 2571 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317. While recent housekeeping experience is preferred, training is provided, making this position accessible for those new to the field. The organization seeks candidates who can follow both written and oral instructions, possess the ability to read, write, and speak English, and demonstrate regular attendance. Beyond the rewarding nature of the work, the Housekeeper role at Valley View Village also offers competitive pay with experience-based raises and a generous benefits package designed to support employees’ health, finances, and well-being. This includes tuition assistance, paid time off, comprehensive health benefits for full-time staff, an employee assistance program, and additional perks such as pet insurance. Overall, joining Valley View Village as a Housekeeper means becoming part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of older adults within a welcoming and supportive community setting.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • ability to read, write and speak English
  • recent housekeeping experience preferred
  • ability to follow written and oral instructions
  • regular attendance required
  • physical ability to perform housekeeping tasks
  • positive attitude and reliability

Job Qualifications

  • Recent housekeeping experience preferred but not required
  • ability to follow written and oral instructions
  • must be able to read, write and speak English
  • strong attention to detail
  • reliable and punctual
  • positive attitude and team player

Job Duties

  • Clean resident rooms, restrooms, and common areas
  • dusting, vacuuming, washing and trash removal
  • follow written and oral instructions
  • maintain a safe and sanitary environment
  • assist with other housekeeping duties as assigned
  • ensure regular attendance and reliability
  • promote a positive attitude at work

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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