Housekeeping Part-time

Orchard Post Acute is seeking a dependable and motivated Housekeeper to help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors, and staff. If you take pride in your work, enjoy helping others, and thrive in a team‑oriented environment, we encourage you to apply today.

General Purpose

The Housekeeper plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment throughout the facility. This position ensures resident rooms, common areas, and workspaces remain clean, sanitary, and free of hazards while supporting the comfort and well‑being of those in our care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, and common areas
• Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, and sanitize assigned areas
• Clean lobbies, restrooms, drinking fountains, handrails, and other high‑touch surfaces
• Empty trash receptacles and replace liners
• Clean walls, mirrors, windows, light fixtures, towel bars, and dispensers
• Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times
• Properly use and store housekeeping chemicals and equipment
• Maintain housekeeping carts, storage rooms, and equipment in a clean and organized manner
• Report maintenance issues, safety concerns, or resident hazards immediately
• Monitor inventory and notify the Housekeeping Director when supplies need replenishment
• Provide excellent customer service to residents, families, and visitors
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet facility cleanliness standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous housekeeping experience in healthcare, rehabilitation, or long‑term care preferred but not required

Skills and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Basic math and problem‑solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks throughout the shift
• Ability to safely operate housekeeping equipment and supplies

Work Environment

The work environment is typical of a skilled nursing facility. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The noise level is generally low to moderate.

Benefits

• Supportive and team‑oriented work environment
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on residents' lives
• Stable healthcare setting
• Career growth opportunities within the organization

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.