Job Application for Housekeeper at The Mather in Evanston

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We’re seeking a full-time Housekeeper whose skills will help keep our beautiful senior living community clean, attractive, comfortable, and safe. More than a cleaner, you’ll interact with residents to ensure the highest standard of cleanliness of apartments. Other duties may include laundry service and deep-cleaning amenity spaces throughout the community. We're an award-winning employer offering a welcoming culture, competitive hourly rates, and full benefits, as well as on-the-job perks.

This opportunity is for the following schedule:

This opportunity is for the following schedule: Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm, Saturday & Sunday are required as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Setting and resetting rooms for programs and events; including tables, chairs and miscellaneous furniture items; audio visual equipment and laptop computers as needed; decorative or theme items, etc.
Assisting residents with lockouts and conducting well-being checks; analyzing the situation and subsequently addressing residents’ needs in a timely, professional manner and taking appropriate steps to ensure their safety and satisfaction.
Carrying and delivering items and packages; delivering birthday balloons and cards from The Mather to our residents
Using Microsoft Outlook or other software as implemented, complete room reservations and coordinate work orders for assistance by other experience centers (such as building services, housekeeping and culinary services)
Responds in a timely manner to radio requests requiring immediate attention.
Functions as back-up to concierge desk staff to provide relief during break periods or in other emergency or unforeseen situations such as call offs or other unplanned absences.
Completes daily check-in report.
Assisting Hospitality Services experience center with special events.
Assist with audio/visual set ups such as movies, virtual meetings and presentations.

This job description is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, Mather reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required:

High School graduate
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to utilize MS Outlook and work order software systems
Ability to prioritize and organize multiple demands on time and projects.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce and upholding our inclusive value. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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.

The above description is a general description of the position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive

The hourly base wage range is a good faith estimate of the range Mather reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting. The actual hourly base wage paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, geographic location and market changes. The position is also eligible to participate in Mather benefit plans and Employee Appreciation Fund.

Hourly Pay Range

$19.75 - $21 USD

Benefits

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Extended illness benefits
Employee wellness programs
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance - free to all team members

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About The Mather:

The Mather is a Life Plan Community for those age 62 and better located in Evanston, Illinois, close to the charming downtown district and an abundance of public transportation. The Mather includes 240 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens, and more.

The Mather is located at 425 Davis Street in Evanston.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well^SM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work^®, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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