Housekeeper

Peterborough, NH Until 9/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Housekeeper (Environmental Aide) – Full Time and Part Time available

RiverMead is seeking reliable, detail-oriented individuals to join our Housekeeping team as Full-time or Part-time. As a Housekeeper (Environmental Aide), you play an essential role in creating a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys contributing to the well-being of others.

    • Rotating laundry weekend shifts (typically every 4–6 weeks)
    • $1.50/hour weekend differential from Friday at 5:00 PM through Sunday at midnight.

    About RiverMead

    RiverMead is a not-for-profit, full-service LifeCare Community located in Peterborough, New Hampshire. We are dedicated to providing exceptional services and amenities to our residents while fostering a supportive, compassionate, and team-oriented workplace.

    We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

    • Retirement savings plan with a 6% employer match
    • Generous paid time off program with up to 360 hours of PTO rollover
    • A positive and encouraging work environment

    Responsibilities

    • Perform daily and routine housekeeping duties in apartments, cottages, healthcare rooms, and all common areas in accordance with established policies and procedures
    • Clean and sanitize bathrooms, mop floors, vacuum, dust, and maintain overall cleanliness
    • Complete annual deep cleanings of apartments and cottages
    • Maintain adequate supplies in shared bathrooms (e.g., soap, paper towels, tissues)
    • Pick up, deliver, and change bed linens in apartments and cottages
    • Keep work areas and housekeeping carts clean, organized, and fully stocked
    • Ensure equipment is in good working order and report supply needs or equipment repairs to the Team Leader or Director of Housekeeping

    Qualifications

    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Minimum of three months of housekeeping experience required; healthcare experience preferred
    • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
    • Ability to read and understand instructions, memos, and manuals
    • Strong communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully with individuals of all ages, especially older adults

    Why Choose RiverMead? check out our Careers website and see why!

    About this role

    Summary

    Perform cleaning, sanitizing, and linen tasks to ensure a clean environment for residents.

    Job title

    Housekeeper

    Experience level

    3+ months

    Minimum experience

    3+ years exp

    Industry

    healthcare

    Location requirements

    Peterborough, NH; remote work not allowed

    Salary

    $1.50/hour weekend differential from Friday at 5:00 PM through Sunday at midnight.

    Management role

    No

    Skills & keywords

    Required skills

    housekeeping experienceability to read instructionsteamworkcommunication

    Preferred skills

    healthcare experience

    Specializations

    cleaningsanitizationhealthcare
    Locations

    Structured locations inferred from the posting.

    Peterborough, NH, USA

    On-site City