Housekeeper - FT

MBK Senior Living•Riverside, CA

1d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper cleans and sanitizes residents’ apartments, public areas, offices, and work areas in accordance with community and company guidelines, policies, and procedures. The role helps maintain a safe, comfortable, and inviting community for residents, guests, and staff by providing high-quality housekeeping and customer service. The Housekeeper takes direction from the Executive Director, Maintenance Director, Director of Housekeeping, Lead Housekeeper, or designee. The position includes cleaning and upkeep of surfaces, fixtures, windows, floors, carpets, furniture, and other areas; waste removal; scheduled or as-needed resident laundry; and safe handling and storage of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and hazardous waste. The Housekeeper follows safety practices, uses required protective equipment, complies with applicable regulations and company procedures, and promptly reports health, safety, sanitation, resident, or repair concerns. The role also involves courteous engagement with residents, teamwork, and maintaining a positive, professional image. This is a full-time position scheduled Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The listed pay is $17.50–$18 per hour. On-the-job training is available for candidates with the right attitude and desire.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must complete required background clearances and health screening and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment; the TB test must be from within the last 6 months.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English and follow written and spoken directions.
Must deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests.
Must have strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Must present a positive and professional image.
Must be able to work in a resident-centered environment that may involve unpleasant odors, blood, bodily fluids, hazardous waste, infectious diseases, and residents who may be ill, confused, or having unpleasant days.
Must be mobile and able to meet the physical demands of the position, including prolonged standing and frequent walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, overhead reaching, and repetitive motion.
Must be able to move throughout the community and between neighborhoods during the workday.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds as necessary, and frequently push and pull cleaning supplies and carts.
Must be able to assist with residents’ physical movement during routine transfers and emergency situations.
Must be able to use standard cleaning equipment and supplies consistent with the position.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Prior housekeeping or cleaning experience in a similar role preferred; on-the-job training is available.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize resident apartments, common areas, offices, and work areas, including surfaces, fixtures, windows, floors, and carpets.
Dust, fluff, and straighten furniture in internal and external public areas, and follow established work and cleaning schedules as closely as practical.
Post appropriate caution and safety signs before work that could create safety risks and remove them promptly when finished.
Monitor and remove trash and waste from community areas, taking it to designated disposal areas.
Follow safety standards and procedures, including using appropriate PPE and safety gear when handling chemicals or hazardous waste.
Store housekeeping supplies and carts securely, keeping chemicals and hazardous materials locked away and inaccessible to residents and guests.
Follow procedures for labels and Safety Data Sheets, and for the safe storage, use, handling, mixing, and disposal of chemicals, cleaning solutions, and hazardous materials or waste.
Promptly store equipment and tools after tasks and keep work areas attractive, safe, and free of hazards.
Display a positive, professional image and proactively greet and engage residents in a warm, friendly manner.
Respond courteously to simple requests and promptly report resident needs, concerns, or repair requirements to the appropriate department or supervisor.
Provide resident laundry services as scheduled or needed, in a timely and organized manner.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures, and promptly report health, safety, or sanitation concerns.
Encourage teamwork through open communication with coworkers and other departments.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the designated managers or supervisor.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and household members.
Financial and legal services.
Educational loan assistance and scholarships.
Team member discount programs.
Resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
Free meal per shift.
Full-time team members receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple medical plan options including an HSA-eligible plan with company contributions.
Healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts.
Commuter benefits.
Company-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Disability benefits where applicable and subject to state-specific programs and eligibility requirements.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Leadership development, live in-person training, virtual training, and individual and group training.
Competitive salaries.