Housekeeping Associate

Cedar Rapids, IA, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $14.00 - $16.50

Benefits

competitive pay

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Training and Development

supportive work environment

Job Description

The hiring establishment is a senior care facility known for its dedication to providing a warm, safe, and professional environment for its residents. This facility operates with a strong commitment to hospitality and senior engagement, ensuring that every resident feels valued and respected. The company fosters an inclusive and supportive work culture that encourages teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. Their hospitality promises emphasize personalized service, respect, attentiveness, professionalism, and a welcoming atmosphere for residents, visitors, and staff alike.

This particular role is for a House Associate, primarily responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation within residential units, office spaces, and common areas at the facility. The House Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring that the facility meets established quality and safety standards. This position does not entail supervisory responsibilities but requires the individual to work independently and as part of a team under the guidance of department policies and procedures. The employment type is full-time or part-time as determined by the facility’s operational needs, offering a competitive pay range of $14.00 to $16.50 per hour.

The House Associate is tasked with cleaning duties that include sanitizing floors, carpet spills, vacuuming carpets and furniture, cleaning windows, and making resident beds. Additionally, this role involves routine inspections to uphold cleanliness standards, communicating effectively with residents and staff, and identifying maintenance or safety concerns promptly. This position demands individuals who can handle physical tasks under time pressure and uphold personal hygiene and departmental dress codes. Those who thrive in this role are enthusiastic, compassionate professionals committed to hospitality and senior engagement. This opportunity is perfect for individuals with at least one year of experience in hospitality or institutional housekeeping who desire to contribute to a positive environment catering to seniors.

Job Requirements

Minimum of one year experience in hospitality or institutional housekeeping
Ability to perform physical cleaning tasks
Reliable and consistent physical attendance
Ability to follow facility policies and procedures
Excellent interpersonal skills
Basic understanding of safety and emergency protocols
Availability to work scheduled shifts on time

Job Qualifications

Minimum of one year experience in hospitality or institutional housekeeping
Demonstrated ability to use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely
Good communication skills to interact with residents, visitors, and staff
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Basic knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures
Reliable and consistent physical attendance
Ability to follow policies and procedures
Willingness to participate in training and professional development

Job Duties

Clean scheduled residential units and or office space and public areas in a proper and professional manner
Maintain public and common areas of the facility in a safe, orderly and sanitary condition
Identify and report need for repairs, unsafe conditions and respond appropriately in emergency situations
Use cleaning tools, equipment and chemicals safely and per instructions
Clean interior and exterior windows on a scheduled basis
Communicate with residents, visitors and staff
Make and or change resident beds, as scheduled
May clean carpets using vacuum machine
May clean furniture using vacuum machine
May be required to fill-in or assist in laundry
Responsible for sanitizing floor or carpet after spills or accidents have been initially cleaned
Assist with the effective and efficient operation of the facility and participate in relevant activities
Conduct routine inspections of own area of assignment to ensure that departmental quality standards are achieved and maintained
Identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate appropriate action immediately
Maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene and comply with department dress code
Comply with CGP's Code of Conduct in all aspects of job including participation in training as offered and understand responsibility to report suspected violations
Function under intense time pressure
Get along with coworkers and work as a member of a team