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HousekeeperNexus Family Healing • Manteno, IL, US
Housekeeper

Housekeeper

Nexus Family Healing • Manteno, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Nexus Family Healing is hiring a Housekeeper at its Indian Oaks location in Manteno, IL .

Located south of Chicago, in the small, rural community of Manteno, IL. We offer a unique homelike setting, where boys and girls aged 12-21 live, eat, exercise, and attend school on campus.

At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.

Work Environment :

Excellent sensory skills are important (sight, hearing and speech) as well as the ability to communicate effectively. This role routinely uses a vehicle, standard office equipment such as desktop and / or laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.

Schedule & Pay :

Schedule : Monday-Friday 6 : 00 am-2 : 30 pm

Pay : $16.48 per hour

Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include :

  • Four weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment
  • Floating Holidays!
  • Multiple options for health insurance coverage
  • No-cost life insurance
  • Short / long-term disability insurance
  • 401k match
  • NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
  • NEW - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family
  • NEW – Carrot Fertility Benefit
  • Tuition assistance, discounts, and professional training opportunities
  • Advancement pathways and internal promotion
  • Internships opportunities
  • And much more!

Position Summary : Our Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order throughout our facilities, helping to foster a positive, respectful, and therapeutic environment for staff and students.

Primary responsibilities :

  • Provide routine cleaning and upkeep if public and common areas, including laundry rooms, restrooms, stairwells, hallways, offices, classrooms, and meeting spaces.
  • Maintain floors (mom, strip, wax, buff, vacuum, steam clean) and clean windows and coverings.
  • Empty trash / recycling and follow recycling protocols.
  • Complete assigned cleaning routine and special work requests; assist with moving furniture / equipment as needed.
  • Follow all Nexus safety guidelines and applicable regulations; report and address facility issues or safety concerns.
  • Secure supply / storage areas daily and stay current on safety codes and procedures.
  • Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies; ensure restrooms are stocked and supplies are distributed appropriately.
  • Supervise resident housekeeping and maintenance tasks; provide instruction and report any issues to clinical staff.
  • Support vocational and horticultural training programs for residents (Illinois only).
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding resident information and comply with Nexus privacy policies.
  • Participate in staff meetings and required training; support Nexus philosophy and treatment approach.
  • Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

    • Other

  • Recognize and value cultural differences in all aspects of work and service delivery.

    • Physical Demands :

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time (4-6 hours) and navigate stairs frequently.
  • Must be able to tolerate chemical odors or scents conducive to cleaning supplies and materials.
  • Must be able to climb, twist, turn and bend in a manner conducive to a housekeeping environment.

    • Requirements :

    Required Education and Experience :

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • First Aid / CPR / Blood Borne Pathogen / TCI / Medication certification required annually.
  • Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements

    • Preferred Education and Experience :

  • 1+ year experience serving in a housekeeping and / or cleaning capacity

    • ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies :

  • Innovation : Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches.
  • Compassion : Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern.
  • Agility : Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly.
  • Responsiveness : Being quick, positive, and accurate.
  • Excellence : Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards.

    • Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion : At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions will be focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.

    APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM! When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives — including your own!

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