What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at The Salvation Army?
Position
Housekeeper
Location
Ladore
Reports To
House Keeping Supervisor
Availability of Position
ASAP
Schedule
Part-Time, some nights and weekends
Salary/Grade
$15.00 per hour; 73, Non-Exempt
The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including
- Generous paid time off every year that includes holidays, vacation time and sick time.
- Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
- Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
- Most importantly - a job with a good purpose
Position Overview
The function of the Housekeeper (H) is to keep all areas of Ladore Complex clean and safe for guests, as well as operate efficiently as a member of the guest services team.
Description of Position
- Ensure all areas are cared for and inspected according to standards
- Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, wiping and polishing
- Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies
- Observe all safety procedures for chemical and equipment
- Operate Ladore cleaning equipment safely and properly
- Notify superiors on any damages, deficits, and disturbances
- Deal with complaints/requests with professionalism and patience
- Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate
- Support mission of Ladore Camp and Conference Center and The Salvation Army
- Perform related duties as assigned
The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience preferred
- Willingness to learn
- Able to lift at least 50 pounds
- Ability to be on one's feet for long periods of time
- Able to bend, reach, push, and pull
- General Housekeeping experience
- Valid PA driver's license
- As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter.
- Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check.
- Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
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ontact Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.
External candidates interested in this position please apply online at Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http//internal-
No Phone Calls Please.
Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 12/11/25
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Salvation Army's Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.
Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination
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Requisition No. 2504
Salary : $15