Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work in a behavioral health environment with professionalism and discretion.
Basic knowledge of tools, cleaning equipment, or maintenance tasks.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Must pass a criminal investigation background check.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 30 pounds.
Ability to work on feet for extended periods.
Work involves exposure to cleaning chemicals and hospital environments.
Responsibilities
Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of patient areas, common spaces, offices, restrooms, and staff areas.
Handle and dispose of trash, biohazard, and recyclable materials according to hospital protocols.
Maintain floors by sweeping, mopping, stripping, and waxing as assigned.
Restock paper products, soap, and cleaning materials.
Assist with routine maintenance tasks, such as changing light bulbs, minor repairs, and tightening fixtures.
Perform basic preventative maintenance as assigned.
Promptly report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or facility concerns.
Follow hospital safety, infection control, and HIPAA guidelines.
Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and appropriately.
Support a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
Participate in required safety, de-escalation, infection control, and other training.
Work collaboratively with Plant Operations, Environmental Services, and clinical staff.
Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and respect in a healthcare setting.
Support the hospital’s mission, values, and culture.
Maintain a clean, safe, and functional hospital environment that supports patient care, staff operations, and regulatory compliance.
Work closely with the Director of Plant Operations to ensure the hospital meets safety, sanitation, and facility standards appropriate for a behavioral health setting.
Desired Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Prior custodial, maintenance, or housekeeping experience.
Experience in healthcare, residential, or institutional settings.
Part Time Housekeeping
Ascent Behavioral Hospital · Millcreek, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-24
Workplace: on_site
Department: Support Staff
Description
About Ascent Behavioral Hospital
At Ascent Behavioral Hospital, we provide compassionate care, helping adolescents navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation in a supportive and safe environment. We are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to adolescents who are in need of our services. We uphold the highest standards of integrity, respect, and excellence while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and safety.
Position Summary
The Part Time Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and functional hospital environment that supports patient care, staff operations, and regulatory compliance. This role performs routine housekeeping duties while working closely with the Director of Plant Operations to ensure the hospital meets safety, sanitation, and facility standards appropriate for a behavioral health setting.
Requirements
Housekeeping & Environmental Services
Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of patient areas, common spaces, offices, restrooms, and staff areas
Properly handle and dispose of trash, biohazard, and recyclable materials according to hospital protocols
Maintain floors (sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing as assigned)
Restock supplies such as paper products, soap, and cleaning materials
Basic Maintenance & Facility Support
Assist with routine maintenance tasks (e.g., changing light bulbs, minor repairs, tightening fixtures)
Perform basic preventative maintenance as assigned
Report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or facility concerns promptly
Safety & Compliance
Follow all hospital safety, infection control, and HIPAA guidelines
Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and appropriately
Support a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, visitors, and staff
Participate in required training (safety, de-escalation, infection control, etc.)
Team & Culture
Work collaboratively with Plant Operations, Environmental Services, and clinical staff
Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and respect in a healthcare setting
Support Ascent Behavioral Hospital’s mission, values, and culture
Qualifications
Required:
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Strong work ethic and attention to detail
Ability to work in a behavioral health environment with professionalism and discretion
Basic knowledge of tools, cleaning equipment, or maintenance tasks
Able to pass pre-employment drug screen
Able to pass criminal investigation background check
Preferred:
High school diploma or GED (strongly preferred)
Prior custodial, maintenance, or housekeeping experience
Experience in healthcare, residential, or institutional settings
Physical & Environmental Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 30 lbs
Ability to work on feet for extended periods
Work involves exposure to cleaning chemicals and hospital environments
Benefits
Why Join Ascent Behavioral Hospital?
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in adolescent mental health.
Supportive, mission-driven culture with a focus on teamwork and growth.
Competitive compensation and benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO).
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Clear career advancement pathways within the hospital system.
EEO Statement
Ascent Behavioral Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment is based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the hospital.
Ascent Behavioral Hospital provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Ascent Behavioral Hospital complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment where the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Ascent Behavioral Hospital expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Ascent Behavioral Hospital employees to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.