Nurse Manager - Psychiatry Services- Marlborough Campus

UMass Memorial Health is the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, renowned for its commitment to exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research. With a workforce exceeding 20,000 employees, UMass Memorial Health operates as a unified health system dedicated to healing patients, supporting the community, and fostering a collaborative work environment. The organization embraces diversity and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities and striving to cultivate respect through its Standards of Respect: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. These values ensure that every employee, regardless of role, contributes meaningfully to the health system's mission.

UMass Memorial Health is currently seeking a full-time Houseworker to join its team at the Worcester, MA university campus. This position is 100% onsite with a day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, working 40 hours per week. The Houseworker role is vital in maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment within all hospital and building areas, which directly supports patient care and the overall function of the healthcare facility. The position is unionized under the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) and offers a competitive hourly rate ranging from $19.00 to $30.34, depending on experience and qualifications. A signing bonus may also be available, which will be discussed during the interview process.

In this role, the Houseworker will be responsible for thoroughly cleaning patient rooms, surgery areas, nurseries, nursing stations, emergency room lavatories, offices, corridors, and various other spaces. Duties include routine cleaning tasks like dusting, mopping, vacuuming, disinfecting, trash removal, and polishing fixtures. Additionally, the Houseworker may operate floor machinery such as burnishers and automatic scrubbers to keep floors clean and polished. The role also involves preparing rooms for new patients by performing "check out" cleaning duties, which include making beds in discharge and transfer units.

UMass Memorial Health emphasizes the importance of its employees being caregivers beyond their specific job titles. By maintaining a clean and orderly environment, Houseworkers are essential contributors to patient safety and comfort. This role requires attention to detail, reliability, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and adherence to health and safety standards. The Houseworker will work every other holiday and every other weekend including Monday to Friday shifts, ensuring operational functions continue seamlessly.

The ideal candidate is at least 18 years of age and able to read, write, and follow simple English instructions. While prior experience as a houseworker for 3 to 6 months is preferred, the organization welcomes applicants who demonstrate a willingness to learn and meet the basic requirements. The position allows for a combination of relevant education and experience to qualify, and UMass Memorial Health is supportive of applicants with diverse backgrounds, encouraging those with varied perspectives and experiences to apply.

UMass Memorial Health offers a supportive workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The organization is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to ensure all candidates can participate fully in the application process. Joining UMass Memorial Health as a Houseworker means becoming part of a dedicated team that provides crucial support to one of Central Massachusetts’ leading health systems, contributing to the well-being of countless patients and the broader community.