Housekeeping - In-patient hospice unit

Take pride in being part of the care provided in our beautiful 13-bed unit that includes a comfortable, home-like setting for patients and their families. At HopeWest, every position is valued and respected equally and you will feel the camaraderie and support from all team members. We all have the same goal, to provide the best care to our most vulnerable patients and their loved ones in this time of need. The Housekeeping team is looking for additional support to ensure the best quality is seen in our in-patient hospice unit. 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Environmental Services Technician supports a safe, clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment across HopeWest facilities through daily cleaning, disinfection, floor care, and environmental maintenance activities. This role contributes to the comfort and safety of patients, visitors, staff, and community members by maintaining cleanliness standards and following infection prevention, safety, and customer service expectations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:One (1) year of related environmental services, housekeeping, custodial, or healthcare cleaning experience.Previous healthcare environmental services experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to operate manual and powered cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of cleaning practices, sanitation procedures, and infection prevention principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written procedures and assigned cleaning schedules.
• Effective verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and positive working relationships.
• Demonstrates commitment to workplace safety and organizational standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Medium work:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use the hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Pay and Benefits: 

• Starting hourly pay: $17.63-19.50 (plus $3/hr weekend differential when applicable)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
• Immediate accrual of PTO and medical leave
• Employer paid life insurance 
• EAP & Disability
• 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations
  
  

At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team!    
 
 Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief – one family at a time.

HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. This position will remain open until filled.