Environmental Services Aide

Join the PACHS Care Team

PACHS is seeking a dedicated and service‑minded Environmental Aide to support our Long‑Term Care community. This role is essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents while also supporting our caregiving team.

If you enjoy helping others, take pride in creating a welcoming environment, and want to contribute to meaningful work every day, we invite you to apply.

Working in a Long‑Term Care setting, the Environmental Aide is responsible for maintaining resident rooms and facility areas in a clean, sanitary, and orderly condition. Under the direction of the Chief Aging Services Officer
, this role helps ensure resident comfort, health, and safety through routine and specialized cleaning tasks. The position also provides support to CNA and RN staff as needed
, helping enhance resident care and daily operations.

• Dry mop, wet mop, and vacuum resident rooms and common areas
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, fixtures, and high‑touch surfaces
• Wash windows, clean walls, ceilings, vents, and other assigned surfaces
• Collect and transport refuse and recyclables
• Prepare and clean resident rooms prior to new admissions or following discharges
• Replace supplies (soap, paper towels, toilet tissue, etc.)
• Maintain high sanitation standards aligned with infection control requirements
• Assist with linen distribution and change cubicle curtains or drapes as needed
• Report maintenance or repair needs promptly
• Follow all safety protocols, universal precautions, and PPE requirements
• Operate housekeeping equipment (training provided if needed)
• Follow established cleaning schedules and instructions independently

(Non‑clinical duties; no direct clinical care required)

• Assist CNAs and RNs by:
  • Helping transport or escort residents to dining, activities, or appointments
  • Delivering linens, supplies, or equipment to resident care areas
  • Responding to non‑clinical requests that enhance resident comfort (adjusting room items, tidying spaces, locating equipment, etc.)
  • Assisting with room setup for care activities
• Communicate observations of environmental or resident-related safety concerns to nursing staff

• High School Diploma or GED (unless currently a high school student)
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays as needed
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer skills
• Physical ability to perform frequent walking, bending, lifting, and equipment use

• Previous experience in environmental services, housekeeping, or long‑term care
• Familiarity with infection control practices
• Comfort working around residents of varying care levels

• Supportive, mission‑driven care environment
• Meaningful work supporting residents in a Lifecare community
• Collaborative team that includes nursing, housekeeping, and caregiving staff
• Training and continuing education opportunities
• Competitive pay and benefits based on employment status
• A role where your contributions directly impact resident well‑being and daily comfort