Housekeeper

About the Role and Employer

Begin a meaningful career with the State of Indiana, one of the state's largest employers spanning over 60 agencies. This opportunity offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and an emphasis on work-life balance, allowing you to positively impact the lives of Indiana residents.

Madison State Hospital, located in a rural area overlooking the Ohio River, has served Hoosiers since 1910. As part of the Indiana State Psychiatric Hospital Network, the facility provides comprehensive treatment programs using a Trauma Informed Care approach, including various therapies and specialty groups, aimed at delivering state-of-the-art care.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of restrooms, including sinks and mirrors.
• Perform mopping and waxing duties on floors.
• Dust and polish all furniture surfaces.
• Wash windows, blinds, and walls as needed.
• Distribute supplies such as paper towels, bathroom tissue, cups, and cleaning agents.
• Manage inventory by requisitioning, distributing, and storing necessary materials.
• Identify and report required repairs for equipment and facilities.
• Ensure consistent attendance at assigned work locations is maintained.

Note: This description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Familiarity with cleaning tools such as mops, brooms, vacuum cleaners, power scrubbers, polishers, and buffers.
• Knowledge of various cleaning and sanitizing chemicals and their proper applications.
• Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Capability to assist in training new staff and completing reports and orders.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

No degree is required, and candidates must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Role

This position may involve supervisory duties depending on agency requirements.

Compensation

The starting salary is typically around $26,312 annually, though it may vary based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Choice among three medical plans, including prescription drug coverage, plus vision and dental benefits.
• Wellness Rewards Program offering gift cards for completing wellness activities.
• Health savings account with bi-weekly employer contributions.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) with employer matching.
• Two fully funded pension plans.
• Extensive leave policies including new parent leave, childbirth recovery leave, community service leave, vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays annually, increased to 14 during election years.
• Education reimbursement opportunities.
• Group life insurance coverage.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Access to behavioral health services through the employee assistance program.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free parking for most roles and complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning.

Equal Opportunity

The State of Indiana values diversity and inclusivity, providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Assistance is available for application and interview accommodations upon request.