Housekeeper - Eating Disorders, Residential

As a Housekeeper at Discovery Behavioral Health, you'll be responsible for ensuring that our residential facility remains clean and sanitary. This encompasses dusting all living areas, laundry duties for linens and towels, maintaining bathroom cleanliness, and keeping the outside areas neat. Regular maintenance tasks, such as refrigerator cleaning and organizing the kitchen, are also part of your daily responsibilities.

To apply for the Housekeeper position at Discovery Behavioral Health, you should have strong organizational skills, be able to multitask effectively, and demonstrate competency in the English language. Previous experience in housekeeping is preferred but not mandatory. Importantly, all applicants must be legal residents of the U.S. We encourage those who may meet some but not all qualifications to apply.

Discovery Behavioral Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to its Housekeepers, which includes a competitive hourly wage ranging from $17 to $20, healthcare benefits, paid vacation and sick days, and a 401(k). Additionally, our team enjoys employee discounts at various stores and recreational events, ensuring a well-rounded work-life balance.

As a Housekeeper at Discovery Behavioral Health, you will be responsible for laundry duties daily. This includes washing, drying, folding, and sometimes ironing linens, towels, and rags to ensure all provided items meet cleanliness standards for our residential facility.

Yes! At Discovery Behavioral Health, we value the development of our team members and encourage growth within the organization. There are opportunities for advancement, especially for those who exhibit excellent performance, demonstrate initiative, and wish to further their careers in behavioral healthcare.

When answering this question, focus on specific tasks you've handled in the past, such as cleaning, laundry, and organization. Highlight any relevant experiences in healthcare settings and explain how you maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards.

To expertly answer this question, discuss your approach to time management. Emphasize the importance of prioritizing tasks based on areas of high traffic, upcoming client visits, and cleaning schedules to maintain an efficient workflow.

Share your strategies for dealing with difficult cleaning scenarios, such as tight deadlines, particularly messy areas, or unusual requests. Focus on your problem-solving skills and adaptability in changing situations.

Explain your understanding of proper cleaning product use, dilution ratios, and safety precautions. Highlight any training you've received on handling hazardous materials, showcasing your commitment to safety while maintaining a clean space.

Discuss your knowledge of health and safety standards in housekeeping, including sanitation protocols and the importance of personal protective equipment. Talk about steps you take to stay informed about best practices in the industry.

Share an experience where your teamwork skills were critical to completing a project, such as collaborating with fellow staff members to maintain a cleaning schedule or respond to emergencies, showing your ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere.

Express your dedication to providing a clean and safe environment for clients or staff, reflecting on the positive impact your work has on the community. Mention personal fulfillment derived from seeing the results of your efforts.

Discuss your comfort level with technology, including any experience with digital inventory systems or scheduling software. Emphasize your willingness to learn new technologies that can improve efficiency and effectiveness in your role.

Share an example of a time when you received feedback and how you used it to improve your performance. Focus on your openness to learning and your proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Reflect on your commitment to supporting the health and well-being of clients in a healthcare environment. Highlight your admiration for Discovery Behavioral Health’s mission and your enthusiasm about contributing to a clean, safe, and supportive space.