Laundry Aide/ Housekeeping Assistant

Job Description

Job DescriptionLaundry Aide / Housekeeping Assistant

Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center | Barre, VT

Pay: $18–$21 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

About the Position

Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center in Barre, VT, is seeking dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented individuals to join our environmental services team as a Laundry Aide / Housekeeping Assistant.

We are ideally looking for one full-time team member interested in cross-training and working approximately 40 hours per week between laundry and housekeeping duties. We are also open to candidates interested in a part-time Laundry Aide position working approximately 24 hours per week.

In this role, you will help maintain a clean, safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment for our residents, visitors, and staff. Whether working in the laundry department, housekeeping, or both, your contributions play an important role in resident comfort, infection prevention, and overall quality of care.

Previous experience is preferred but not required. We welcome dependable candidates who take pride in their work, follow established procedures, and enjoy being part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Laundry Duties:

• Collect and sort soiled linens, garments, and resident clothing for laundering.

• Load and unload washing machines and dryers according to established procedures.

• Wash, dry, fold, and distribute clean linens and resident clothing.

• Deliver clean linens and personal clothing to designated resident rooms and areas.

• Count and maintain accurate linen inventory records.

• Clean and sanitize laundry equipment, work areas, and surrounding spaces.

• Monitor laundry supplies and notify the supervisor when additional supplies are needed.

• Follow established laundry procedures, safety guidelines, and sanitation standards.

Housekeeping Duties:

• Clean and maintain resident rooms, bathrooms, hallways, and common areas.

• Perform routine cleaning duties, including dry mopping, wet mopping, and vacuuming.

• Clean and sanitize furniture, fixtures, equipment, and frequently touched surfaces.

• Empty trash receptacles and properly dispose of waste according to facility procedures.

• Maintain cleanliness in staff dining areas, stairwells, and other assigned spaces.

• Monitor and replenish housekeeping supplies as needed.

• Assist with occasional light maintenance duties.

• Follow established infection-control, safety, and sanitation procedures.

General Expectations:

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow facility safety procedures.

• Recognize and report workplace hazards or maintenance concerns.

• Maintain a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude toward residents, visitors, and coworkers.

• Work independently and collaboratively to support the needs of both departments.

Qualifications

• Previous laundry, housekeeping, janitorial, or related experience preferred, but not required.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to support resident and workplace safety.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established departmental procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Dependable, hardworking, and willing to assist across departments as needed.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to recognize workplace hazards and follow appropriate safety procedures.

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.

Pay & Benefits

Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• $18–$21 per hour

• Weekly pay

• Six paid holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Employee referral bonus

• On-site employee education and professional development

• Supportive, family-oriented work environment

Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, employment classification, and facility policies.

Why Join Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center?

At Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center, every team member plays an important role in supporting the comfort, safety, and well-being of our residents.

Our environmental services team helps create a clean, welcoming, and sanitary healthcare environment while ensuring residents have fresh linens, clean clothing, and comfortable living spaces.

We value teamwork, dependability, attention to detail, and employees who are willing to support one another across departments.

Whether you're looking for a full-time opportunity combining laundry and housekeeping or a part-time laundry position, we encourage you to apply!

Apply Today!

If you're dependable, hardworking, and take pride in maintaining a clean and comfortable environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the team at Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center in Barre, VT.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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