Housekeeper

Damar Services, Inc.•Indianapolis, IN

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Damar is seeking a Housekeeper to maintain high health standards and ensure residents have a safe, clean, and healthy environment. The role also maintains buildings and equipment in accordance with State Board of Health rules and regulations to help protect the health and safety of residents and employees. The position is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, and is scheduled for first shift, Monday through Friday, with no weekends. Available schedules are 5:30 AM–2:00 PM or 6:00 AM–2:30 PM. The role requires physical ability and mobility to perform housekeeping work, including prolonged standing or sitting, occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds. The Housekeeper must be able to respond appropriately to client behaviors, staff instructions, safety concerns, and emergencies in an environment where individuals may exhibit unpredictable behaviors. Regular and acceptable attendance is an essential function. Essential functions must be performed satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

No formal education required.
Three years of housekeeping experience in a business or office setting; two years of experience in housekeeping at the same facility is preferred.
Ability to routinely lift 10 to 60 pounds from floor level to overhead height.
Ability to maneuver 20 to 100 pounds vertically.
Must be at least 21 years old per licensure requirements.
For positions requiring driving, a valid Indiana driver’s license and a driving record meeting Damar’s insurance-carrier eligibility requirements are required.
Must be clear of felony convictions, substantiated charges of neglect, or other disqualifying criminal convictions.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
Must favorably meet and maintain Damar’s background screening.
Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods and occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to operate office equipment, including a computer keyboard.
Ability to travel to other locations using private or commercial transportation.
Ability to communicate effectively to exchange information.
Regular and acceptable attendance, excluding approved absences and periods of leave.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of housekeeping experience at the same facility.

Responsibilities

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly duties according to the Housekeeping Cleaning standard operating procedures.
Perform weekend duties as assigned, such as laundry, cleaning, and stocking.
Maintain buildings to provide the cleanest possible environment for residents.
Take pride and ownership in Damar’s facilities and assigned work areas.
Maintain the health and safety of residents and employees by keeping facilities and equipment in compliance with applicable State Board of Health rules and regulations.
Recognize and respond appropriately to client behaviors, staff instructions, safety concerns, and emergencies.

Benefits

Starting pay of $15.25 per hour.
Eligible for the Damar Advantage, including discounts at Damar Health Services and Damar Pharmacy.
Comprehensive training in verbal intervention and physical management techniques.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Up to $3,000 per year in tuition assistance.
401(k) plan participation.
Life insurance and additional voluntary insurance options.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance options.
Paid holidays.
Paid time off (PTO).