What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper (Housekeeping Associate - Environmental Services) position at Elan Westpointe?
Elan Westpointe, located in New Braunfels, TX is more than an Assisted Living and Memory Care community—it’s a place where compassion, connection, and purpose come together every day. As a proud member of the AgeWell Solvere Living family, we are dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for our residents while fostering a supportive, engaging workplace for our team.
At Elan Westpointe, we believe great care starts with great people. Our team members are valued, supported, and empowered to grow—both personally and professionally. Whether you’re building a career in senior living or bringing years of experience to the table, you’ll find a culture rooted in respect, teamwork, and heart.
As a certified Great Place to Work for 9 years in a row, AgeWell Solvere Living proudly offers:
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
- Paid Time off and Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Come be part of something meaningful—where your work matters and your compassion makes an impact.
Elan Westpointe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Full-time Position is Sunday to Thursday 8AM to 4:30PM
Part-time Position rotating and as needed.
Job Summary:
The Housekeeping
Associate is responsible for keeping the Community clean and safe for
residents, families, team members, and visitors. He/she is also responsible for cleaning
common areas and may be assigned to clean resident apartments up to and
including their personal laundry, bed linens, and towels.
Responsibilities:
- Cleans Resident apartments as assigned.
- Cleans all common areas, including but not limited to: halls, landings, stairs, activity areas, lobbies, elevators, and model units.
- Cleans vacant units as assigned and as above.
- Ensures cleanliness of public restrooms.
- Maintains housekeeping and laundry carts at all times.
- Washes and dries all community laundry, using appropriate products.
- Follows the posted work schedule and arrives on time and in appropriate work attire.
- Follows all emergency procedures including when chemicals are accidently misused.
- Understands the practices surrounding proper handling of biohazardous waste.
- Maintains a clean laundry room and stores chemicals in accordance with proper procedures.
- Reports on-the-job injuries to the Plant Operations Director/Business Office Director.
- Communicates effectively with Housekeeping Supervisor, Plant Operations Director, and other team members.
- Advises Housekeeping Supervisor and/or Plant Operations Director when supplies are in need of reorder.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma preferred/ GED accepted
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
- Must have organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills
- Physically able to bend and reach.
- Physically able to push and pull and lift up to 40-50 pounds if necessary.
- Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.