Housekeeper

About the job

Housekeeper (Environmental Aide) – Full Time and Part Time available

RiverMead is seeking reliable, detail-oriented individuals to join our Housekeeping team as Full-time or Part-time. As a Housekeeper (Environmental Aide), you play an essential role in creating a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys contributing to the well-being of others.

• Rotating laundry weekend shifts (typically every 4–6 weeks)
• $1.50/hour weekend differential from Friday at 5:00 PM through Sunday at midnight.

About RiverMead

RiverMead is a not-for-profit, full-service LifeCare Community located in Peterborough, New Hampshire. We are dedicated to providing exceptional services and amenities to our residents while fostering a supportive, compassionate, and team-oriented workplace.

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Retirement savings plan with a 6% employer match
• Generous paid time off program with up to 360 hours of PTO rollover
• A positive and encouraging work environment

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and routine housekeeping duties in apartments, cottages, healthcare rooms, and all common areas in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms, mop floors, vacuum, dust, and maintain overall cleanliness
• Complete annual deep cleanings of apartments and cottages
• Maintain adequate supplies in shared bathrooms (e.g., soap, paper towels, tissues)
• Pick up, deliver, and change bed linens in apartments and cottages
• Keep work areas and housekeeping carts clean, organized, and fully stocked
• Ensure equipment is in good working order and report supply needs or equipment repairs to the Team Leader or Director of Housekeeping

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of three months of housekeeping experience required; healthcare experience preferred
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to read and understand instructions, memos, and manuals
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully with individuals of all ages, especially older adults
• Why Choose RiverMead? check out our Careers website and see why!