What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping Assistant position at Peaks Healthcare Consulting?
Job Type: Full Time
Description
Why Join Polaris Rehab?
At Polaris Rehab, a career with us represents more than employment—it is an opportunity to join a high-performing team that values your contributions, invests in your professional growth, and recognizes the meaningful impact you make each day.
✔ Supportive, team-oriented environment
✔ Opportunities for career advancement and development
✔ Leadership that is engaged, responsive, and values staff input
✔ Meaningful work that enhances the lives of residents
Position Overview
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate Housekeeping Assistant to join our Environmental Services team. This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors, and staff.
The Housekeeping Assistant plays a vital role in infection prevention, resident satisfaction, and the overall appearance of our facility by ensuring resident rooms, common areas, and workspaces are consistently cleaned and maintained to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, offices, dining areas, and common spaces according to facility schedules and infection control standards
Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, polish, and disinfect assigned areas using approved cleaning products and equipment
Empty trash receptacles and replace liners throughout the facility
Restock housekeeping supplies, paper products, soap dispensers, and other necessary items in assigned areas
Follow proper procedures for handling, transporting, and disposing of waste and soiled materials
Observe and maintain infection prevention practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Respond promptly to housekeeping requests from residents, families, nursing staff, and other departments
Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, damaged equipment, or unusual conditions to the appropriate supervisor
Maintain housekeeping carts, equipment, and storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition
Assist with cleaning resident rooms following discharge, transfer, or admissions to ensure rooms are prepared for new residents
Provide courteous and respectful customer service while interacting with residents, families, visitors, and coworkers
Adhere to all facility policies, safety procedures, infection control standards, and applicable state and federal regulations
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous housekeeping, environmental services, healthcare, hospitality, or custodial experience preferred but not required
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with residents, families, and team members
Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Dependable work ethic with excellent time management skills
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Competitive compensation
401(k) retirement plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Care Cash Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Grow With Us
At Polaris Rehab, we are committed to the continued development of our team members. Whether you are beginning your healthcare career or seeking advancement, we provide the tools, training, and opportunities necessary to support your professional growth.
About Us
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center proudly serves the Casper, Wyoming community by delivering exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Our organization is grounded in a commitment to compassion, dignity, and clinical excellence.
We foster a workplace culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed—both professionally and personally—while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Apply Today
Take the next step in your career and join a team where your contributions truly matter. Apply today to help provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our residents and staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull housekeeping equipment, cleaning supplies, and trash bags (up to 35 lbs. regularly and more with assistance as needed)
Ability to safely operate housekeeping equipment and cleaning tools
Ability to work around cleaning chemicals while following all safety guidelines
Ability to respond promptly and effectively in emergency situations
Description
Why Join Polaris Rehab?
At Polaris Rehab, a career with us represents more than employment—it is an opportunity to join a high-performing team that values your contributions, invests in your professional growth, and recognizes the meaningful impact you make each day.
✔ Supportive, team-oriented environment
✔ Opportunities for career advancement and development
✔ Leadership that is engaged, responsive, and values staff input
✔ Meaningful work that enhances the lives of residents
Position Overview
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate Housekeeping Assistant to join our Environmental Services team. This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors, and staff.
The Housekeeping Assistant plays a vital role in infection prevention, resident satisfaction, and the overall appearance of our facility by ensuring resident rooms, common areas, and workspaces are consistently cleaned and maintained to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
Clean and sanitize resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, offices, dining areas, and common spaces according to facility schedules and infection control standards
Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, polish, and disinfect assigned areas using approved cleaning products and equipment
Empty trash receptacles and replace liners throughout the facility
Restock housekeeping supplies, paper products, soap dispensers, and other necessary items in assigned areas
Follow proper procedures for handling, transporting, and disposing of waste and soiled materials
Observe and maintain infection prevention practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Respond promptly to housekeeping requests from residents, families, nursing staff, and other departments
Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, damaged equipment, or unusual conditions to the appropriate supervisor
Maintain housekeeping carts, equipment, and storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition
Assist with cleaning resident rooms following discharge, transfer, or admissions to ensure rooms are prepared for new residents
Provide courteous and respectful customer service while interacting with residents, families, visitors, and coworkers
Adhere to all facility policies, safety procedures, infection control standards, and applicable state and federal regulations
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous housekeeping, environmental services, healthcare, hospitality, or custodial experience preferred but not required
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with residents, families, and team members
Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Dependable work ethic with excellent time management skills
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
Competitive compensation
401(k) retirement plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Care Cash Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Grow With Us
At Polaris Rehab, we are committed to the continued development of our team members. Whether you are beginning your healthcare career or seeking advancement, we provide the tools, training, and opportunities necessary to support your professional growth.
About Us
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center proudly serves the Casper, Wyoming community by delivering exceptional skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Our organization is grounded in a commitment to compassion, dignity, and clinical excellence.
We foster a workplace culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to succeed—both professionally and personally—while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Apply Today
Take the next step in your career and join a team where your contributions truly matter. Apply today to help provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our residents and staff.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Polaris Rehabilitation and Care Center is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull housekeeping equipment, cleaning supplies, and trash bags (up to 35 lbs. regularly and more with assistance as needed)
Ability to safely operate housekeeping equipment and cleaning tools
Ability to work around cleaning chemicals while following all safety guidelines
Ability to respond promptly and effectively in emergency situations