Housekeeper

Ascension Recovery Services•Cedar Falls, IA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Renewal Falls Recovery Center is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate Housekeeper to help maintain a clean, safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment for the individuals we serve and our team members. In a substance use disorder treatment facility, cleanliness is more than appearance — it directly supports patient safety, dignity, infection prevention, and the overall treatment experience. Renewal Falls Recovery Center provides behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment designed to help individuals build a strong foundation for long-term recovery. Our team is committed to creating an environment where every patient is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect. We work together across departments to provide safe, high-quality care while supporting individuals as they take meaningful steps toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous housekeeping, environmental services, janitorial, hospitality, healthcare, or residential-facility experience preferred.
Previous experience in a healthcare, behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, hospital, or residential environment is a plus.
Knowledge of basic cleaning, sanitation, and infection-control practices preferred.
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment, disinfectants, and other housekeeping products.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Dependable attendance and ability to work assigned shifts, including weekends or holidays as needed.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings, orientation, safety training, and competency requirements.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, hallways, treatment spaces, and other assigned areas.
Perform routine cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, disinfecting, and surface cleaning.
Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces according to established infection-control procedures.
Make beds and assist with changing linens as assigned.
Collect, transport, wash, dry, fold, and distribute linens and laundry as needed.
Empty trash and properly dispose of waste according to facility procedures.
Maintain appropriate supplies in patient rooms, bathrooms, and common areas.
Monitor housekeeping supplies and notify leadership when inventory is low.
Safely use and store cleaning products, chemicals, equipment, and supplies.
Follow all Safety Data Sheet (SDS), infection-control, and hazardous-material handling requirements.
Identify and immediately report spills, damaged equipment, maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or potentially unsafe conditions.
Follow appropriate procedures when cleaning areas that may contain bodily fluids or other potentially infectious materials.
Assist with room preparation following patient discharge and prior to new admissions.
Maintain housekeeping carts, storage areas, and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
Respect patient privacy, dignity, and personal belongings while working in patient areas.
Maintain confidentiality regarding patients and any information observed or overheard while working within the facility.
Communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, visitors, and team members.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with patients at all times.
Follow facility safety, infection-prevention, emergency, and security procedures.
Participate in required orientation, safety training, infection-control training, and other assigned education.
Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations and patient care.