Housekeeper

Find a workplace where you are deeply appreciated, not only for the skills you offer, but for the individual you are. At Milestone, you’ll enter into a rewarding career where you’ll work with highly skilled professionals and do meaningful work in the lives of our senior residents. Join a welcoming environment that fosters strong relationships with the residents, their families, and your coworkers. We hope you’ll consider serving alongside us.

The Dalles, OR

Flagstone Senior Living

<strong>Pave the way for the retirement you&rsquo;ve imagined with distinctive senior living at Flagstone Senior Living. Warm and welcoming,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/or/the-dalles/flagstone-senior-living/our-community">our community</a>&nbsp;in the beautiful area of The Dalles, Oregon, inspires residents to live their days to the fullest. With 24-hour assistance and multiple levels of care, we provide personalized support that gives our residents confidence each day and allows for aging in place.</strong> https://www.milestoneretirement.com/senior-living/or/the-dalles/flagstone-senior-living/

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Full Time

Overview: <p><strong>Why You&rsquo;ll Love Working at Milestone</strong></p> <p>Milestone is one of the fastest-growing senior living operators, with 100+ years of combined industry and hospitality experience. We focus on teamwork, creativity, and making a real impact for our residents and staff.<br /><br /></p> <p><strong>Perks &amp; Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time employees)</li> <li>401(k) with employer match</li> <li>Generous PTO</li> <li>Pet insurance</li> <li>Perks at Work</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits options</li> </ul> <br /> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>We&rsquo;re seeking a <strong>Housekeeper</strong>&nbsp;to support the cleanliness, safety, and comfort of our assisted living and memory care community. In this role, you&rsquo;ll perform housekeeping and laundry duties, maintain common areas, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards while providing friendly, respectful interactions with residents and staff.</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Clean resident apartments, including bathrooms, floors, dusting, vacuuming, bed making, and linen changes.</li> <li>Maintain linen inventory and perform laundry services, ensuring timely cleaning and delivery.</li> <li>Keep common areas&mdash;including entryways, corridors, dining rooms, and activity spaces&mdash;clean and presentable for residents and visitors.</li> <li>Perform floor care including sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing, and carpet care such as vacuuming and shampooing.</li> <li>Clean and sanitize public restrooms and surfaces, ensuring proper removal of water marks, dirt, and grease.</li> <li>Handle cleaning supplies safely and according to proper procedures and labeling requirements.</li> <li>Participate in training, in-service education, and on-the-job learning opportunities.</li> <li>Respond appropriately to resident emergencies and support disaster management and evacuation efforts.</li> <li>Ensure compliance with all local, state, federal, and licensing rules and regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.</li> <li>Follow all Safety Committee standards and report unsafe actions or conditions.</li> <li>Foster teamwork, take initiative, and assist others beyond assigned duties.</li> <li>Report elder maltreatment or abuse to the Director of Health and Wellness, Executive Director, and/or State as required.</li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>High School Diploma or GED required.</li> <li>Prior experience in housekeeping or cleaning preferred.</li> <li>Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.</li> <li>Ability to respect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality.</li> <li>Strong communication skills to interact effectively with residents, coworkers, supervisors, and vendors.</li> <li>Ability to complete cleaning tasks efficiently and effectively.</li> <li>Pleasant, professional, and personable demeanor.</li> <li>First Aid certification required.</li> <li>Must meet all health requirements, including TB clearance.</li> <li>Must be 18 years or older and pass state-required fingerprinting and background check.</li> </ul>