Laundry Aide / Housekeeper

Job Description

Job Description

Why Join Heritage Grove Estates?

At Heritage Grove Estates , joining our team means more than accepting a position—it means becoming part of an organization that values your contributions, supports your professional growth, and recognizes the impact you make every day.

✔ Supportive, team-oriented environment
✔ Opportunities for advancement and career development
✔ Leadership that values and listens to staff
✔ Meaningful work where you truly make a difference

Position Overview

Heritage Grove Estates is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Laundry Aide / Housekeeping Aide to support our environmental services team. This role plays a vital part in maintaining a clean, sanitary, and comfortable environment while ensuring residents’ personal laundry and facility linens are handled with care and efficiency.

In this dual-role position, you will be responsible for both laundry operations and housekeeping duties, directly contributing to infection prevention, resident dignity, and overall quality of life. Your work ensures residents feel at home in a well-maintained, respectful, and safe environment.

Key Responsibilities

Laundry Aide Functions

• Collect, sort, wash, dry, fold, and distribute resident laundry and facility linens in a timely and organized manner

• Ensure proper handling of personal resident items to prevent loss or damage

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of laundry areas and equipment

• Monitor linen and laundry supply levels and restock as needed

• Follow all infection control and linen handling protocols

Housekeeping Functions

• Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, and common areas in accordance with facility standards

• Perform routine housekeeping tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and waste removal

• Maintain cleanliness of high-touch surfaces to support infection prevention and resident safety

• Restock supplies such as paper products, hygiene items, and cleaning materials

• Follow daily cleaning schedules and complete assignments thoroughly and efficiently

General Responsibilities

• Safely use and handle cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with safety guidelines

• Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or supply shortages to appropriate personnel

• Interact with residents respectfully and professionally, supporting a positive environment

• Ensure proper waste disposal and adherence to environmental and safety standards

• Follow all facility policies, infection control protocols, and regulatory requirements

• Support team members and assist with additional housekeeping or laundry duties as needed

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping, laundry, or environmental services experience preferred, especially in healthcare or long-term care settings

• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, sanitation practices, and infection control standards

• Ability to work independently and complete tasks efficiently

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

• Dependable, reliable, and punctual

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing, bending, lifting, and walking for extended periods

• Commitment to providing a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents

Benefits

• Competitive pay

• 401(k)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Care Cash Program

• Referral Bonus Program

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Grow With Us

At Heritage Grove Estates , we are committed to developing our team members. Whether you are beginning your career or seeking advancement, we provide opportunities to build your skills, expand your experience, and grow within the organization.

About Us

Heritage Grove Estates proudly serves the Topeka, Kansas community by providing exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Our mission is grounded in compassion, respect, and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for every resident we serve.

We foster a workplace culture where employees are valued and empowered to succeed—professionally and personally.

Apply Today

Join a team where your work truly matters. Apply today to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Heritage Grove Estates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.

Reasonable Accommodation

Heritage Grove Estates is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, and move laundry or supplies (up to 50 lbs as needed)

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods

• Ability to respond promptly and effectively in emergency situations