• Watchung, NJ
  • $16–$20
  • Instant Apply
4 days ago

Job Description

Housekeeper
Schedule: Flexible 7:00am - 4:00pm Weekdays & Weekends
Pay: $16.00 – $20.00 per hour

Care through cleanliness. Service through presence.

We are seeking a dependable and flexible Housekeeper to support a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for the Sisters of Mercy. This role is essential to daily life within the community and directly supports the comfort, dignity, and well-being of those who live and work here.

About Us:

The Sisters of Mercy of the Americas are committed to compassion, service, and justice. Our work is grounded in respect, care for one another, and a shared sense of responsibility. Housekeeping is a vital part of that mission — ensuring spaces are not only clean, but peaceful and well cared for.

What You’ll Do:

Daily Cleaning & Care

  • Clean and sanitize resident rooms, offices, hallways, and common areas

  • Dust furniture and fixtures

  • Vacuum carpets and rugs; mop and maintain floors

  • Clean bathrooms including sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs

  • Restock housekeeping supplies and maintain inventory

  • Complete periodic deep and annual cleaning as assigned

Safety & Infection Control

  • Follow all safety and infection-control procedures, including proper use of PPE

  • Report hazards, defective equipment, or environmental concerns promptly

  • Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe environment at all times

Team & Community Support

  • Communicate respectfully with coworkers, Sisters, visitors, and staff

  • Demonstrate initiative by noticing what needs to be done and taking action

  • Follow all policies, procedures, and community guidelines

  • Assist with other duties as needed

What You Bring:

Required

  • Minimum of 2 years of professional residential or housekeeping experience

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Knowledge of cleaning equipment, supplies, and safe chemical use

  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and service-focused

  • Willingness to assist beyond assigned tasks when needed

Preferred

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Experience in a healthcare, residential, or religious setting

  • Appreciation for the mission and values of the Sisters of Mercy

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Numbers & Facts

LocationWatchung, NJ
Salary$16–$20

Skills

  • Cleaning Equipmentunmatched
  • Community Supportunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
  • Infection Controlunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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