Housekeeper I

Housekeeper I

Oakwood Village has an exciting opportunity for qualified candidates to join our Oakwood senior living community environmental services team as a Housekeeper I. Our Housekeeper I is responsible for the general housekeeping duties in scheduled assigned areas. The position is crucial to creating a great living environment for residents, staff members, and visitors.

Why Work at Oakwood Village?

• Competitive Pay between $17.00-$20.00 based on experience
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance
• Continuing Education/Tuition Reimbursement Program

Mission Statement: We are Called to serve a thriving community where seniors live with dignity, connection, and purpose.

Core Values:

• Compassion: We care deeply about the people we serve and the people we work with on a daily basis. We work together to help one another.
• Faith: We have a commitment to remain true to the vision and mission of Oakwood.
• Inclusion: We include everyone. We welcome opinions and strive to consider different perspectives to create fair, welcoming, and accessible experiences for all.
• Integrity: We work to be transparent and fair. We act with honor and respect for our residents, their families, and our co-workers.
• Dedication: We care about the people we serve and work with on a daily basis. We are dedicated to providing superior service to one another and our community.

Essential Responsibilities of a Housekeeper I (Not intended to be an all-inclusive list):

• Maintains overall cleanliness of campus buildings. Primary duties include mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, trash removal, and general cleaning.
• Sanitizes effectively common areas, public and private bathrooms, and the overall cleaning of resident living areas.
• Maintains confidentiality with reference to resident information.
• Provides excellent customer service to our residents, staff members, and family members.
• Communicates effectively with staff members, residents, and family to ensure needs are met.
• Organizes materials and manages time to ensure tasks are done on time and in full.
• Uses all equipment, chemicals, and supplies according to OSHA, state, and facility guidelines responsibly.
• Adheres to the company dress code and wearing a name badge at all time while on the job.
• Knows and follows the policies in the Oakwood Village employee handbook.
• Completes departmental and general in-services training by set deadline.
• Maintains departmental quality assurance and infection control standards.
• Reports work orders to the appropriate department to maintain a safe working environment.

Essential Qualifications of a Housekeeper I:

• Prior housekeeping and/or home cleaning experience required.
• Demonstrates a willingness and ability to be cross-trained in all housekeeping areas.
• Carries out all job responsibilities in an accurate and conscientious manner.
• Exercises independent judgment and make sound decisions.
• Works within established policies and procedures.
• Works collaboratively to create an environment which fosters effective teamwork in meeting the mission of Oakwood Village.
• Available to work a flexible schedule including holidays and occasional overtime.

Education, Experience, and Training:

• High school education or equivalency preferred.
• Prior housekeeping experience and/or training preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.