Environmental Services Aide (Housekeeping)

John F. Murphy Homes is seeking a reliable and dedicated Environmental Aide to join our team. This position plays a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for the individuals we support. Working closely with nursing and direct care staff, the housekeeper ensures that our facility, equipment, linens, and clothing are kept to the highest standards of cleanliness to support infection control and overall comfort.

• Maintain cleanliness throughout the facility, including resident areas, common spaces, equipment, clothing, and linens.

• Follow established cleaning schedules and respond to day-to-day housekeeping needs.

• Support nursing staff with spill clean-up and assist with infection control practices.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with residents, staff, supervisors, and visitors.

• Follow verbal and written instructions regarding housekeeping routines.

• Work collaboratively with team members and support treatment plans for individuals served.

• Properly use, clean, and store housekeeping equipment and supplies.

• Submit maintenance requests and report urgent issues promptly.

• Follow OSHA standards and all safety procedures.

• Immediately report suspected abuse, neglect, or safety concerns.

• Attend required trainings, meetings, and maintain dependable attendance, including holidays and weekends.

• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

• Daily interaction with individuals served, families, guardians, and visitors.

• Work occurs within the facility, surrounding grounds, vehicles, and outbuildings.

• Use of standard cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, cleaning chemicals, washers/dryers, and laundry carts.

• Maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment in daily tasks and emergency situations.

• High School diploma or GED preferred.

• Ability to read schedules, procedures, and basic written instructions.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (or 25% of body weight), bend, stoop, push, pull, walk, and reach overhead.

• Able to perform physical labor for extended periods.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Must be able to see and hear adequately to support residents and staff.

• Meaningful, rewarding work that changes lives

• Paid training and opportunities for advancement

• Supportive, team-driven environment

• Full-time, part-time (24/7 operation including weekends/holidays), and opportunities for overtime

• Medical, dental, vision, 403b, etc.
• Employee discounts