Housekeeping Aide

Hospice of South Texas•Victoria, TX

About The Position

Hospice of South Texas is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Housekeeping Aide to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment in its inpatient facility. The role primarily performs housekeeping and environmental services to keep facility areas sanitary, orderly, and comfortable for patients, families, staff, and visitors. It also provides secondary dietary support, including kitchen sanitation, food service assistance, and cleanliness in dietary areas. The employee is expected to maintain a compassionate and respectful environment aligned with HOST’s mission of Love, Comfort, and Support.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Valid Texas driver's license.
Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.
Ability to meet physical demands including prolonged standing and walking, frequent bending, reaching, twisting, pushing, and pulling, and regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity and mobility to perform cleaning and sanitation duties.
Follow infection control and safety protocols while working around cleaning chemicals, infectious materials, and healthcare environments.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous housekeeping, janitorial, or environmental services experience, particularly in a healthcare setting.
Texas Food Handler certification, or ability to obtain it if dietary duties are assigned.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of patient rooms, bathrooms, nursing stations, hallways, offices, and common areas.
Perform floor care, including vacuuming and mopping.
Clean and disinfect furniture, fixtures, windows, mirrors, and other surfaces.
Remove trash, linens, and biohazard materials according to proper procedures and using personal protective equipment.
Restock housekeeping carts, supply rooms, and designated storage areas.
Use cleaning chemicals and equipment according to safety guidelines and facility procedures.
Maintain housekeeping equipment and report maintenance needs.
Keep patient care areas neat, orderly, and sanitary.
Follow infection control practices to protect patients, visitors, and staff.
Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and dietary service areas.
Support safe food handling and storage practices.
Assist with basic food preparation or meal service when needed.
Keep kitchen equipment and workspaces clean and organized.