Housekeeper
About The Position
Nexus Neurorecovery Center – San Antonio is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Housekeeper to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents and team members. Our San Antonio program provides specialized residential care for adolescents with complex behavioral and emotional needs. Housekeeping plays an important role in creating the structured, therapeutic environment our residents need to heal and grow. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, understands the importance of cleanliness in a healthcare setting, and enjoys being part of a team with a meaningful mission.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- At least one year of housekeeping experience in a healthcare, medical, behavioral health, residential, or similar environment preferred.
- Experience with commercial cleaning products and equipment is a plus.
- Takes pride in maintaining a clean and sanitary environment.
- Is dependable, organized, and attentive to detail.
- Understands the importance of safety and infection-control practices.
- Can work independently while contributing to a team environment.
- Is comfortable working in a healthcare/residential setting and interacting professionally with residents.
- Can manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Demonstrates the Nexus GOPTIC Core Values: Genuineness, Ownership, Positivity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Compassion.
- Regularly requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
- Must follow all applicable safety and infection-control procedures.
- Tuberculosis screening and required facility training/certifications must be completed and maintained in accordance with Nexus requirements.
Responsibilities
- Clean and maintain resident rooms, bathrooms, offices, common areas, waiting areas, corridors, dining areas, and other assigned spaces.
- Sweep, wet mop, vacuum, and maintain floors throughout the facility.
- Empty trash containers and properly dispose of waste and other disposable materials.
- Clean and sanitize resident rooms and bathrooms on a daily basis.
- Vacuum, detail, and shampoo carpeted areas as needed.
- Clean windows, walls, lights, vents, fixtures, and other surfaces.
- Change curtains and drapes as needed.
- Assist with moving furniture, equipment, and supplies.
- Properly use housekeeping equipment, including vacuums and carpet-cleaning equipment.
- Follow established procedures for the safe use, labeling, storage, and security of cleaning chemicals.
- Maintain a clean and organized housekeeping cart and properly store equipment and supplies at the end of each shift.
- Follow appropriate infection-control practices and use required personal protective equipment.
- Safely clean areas involving human waste, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials when necessary.
- Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling to support the needs of the facility.
- Communicate effectively with residents, team members, leadership, and other departments.
- Perform additional housekeeping and facility-support duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
