Why join Givens? Givens Communities continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults. We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach. Givens Communities promotes Diversity and Belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. We continuously look for innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources. Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

What you'll get:

Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost (Free basic coverage!!)
Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program
Paid time off (PTO) w/ immediate access to 5 days of PTO before your 90 days
Referral bonus program
403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching
Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products
Fast-growing nonprofit with tons of advancement opportunities
Plus so much more!

Givens Highland Farms is looking for a dedicated people person to join our Lodge Team staff. Prentice Lodge offers enhanced independent living to give our residents the support they need to live their best lives. The schedule is 7:30am - 4:00pm, Mon - Friday, and working every 3rd weekend.

This is not your typical housekeeping position. In this role, you will be working with our residents in their living areas providing services needed for them to thrive independently in their homes and community. As a Lodge Team Member, you hold a meaningful and vital position where you positively impact the lives of our residents, visitors, and fellow team members every day.

What You'll Do:

Be responsible for weekly resident accommodations by performing tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, blinds, window sills, trash cans, toilets, sinks, shower, and mirrors
Perform daily bed making and light cleaning in each accommodation
Clean resident laundry as requested
Assist with daily continental breakfast delivery
Support Dining Services as needed by serving as backup with delivering meals to each resident as assigned, clearing tables at the end of meal service and meal delivery to a resident accommodation when requested
Daily clean common areas to include lounges, public bathrooms, Lodge Dining Room, stairways, and hallways
Ensure the availability of clean, habitable accommodations for incoming residents by inspecting, and reporting repairs needed when units are vacated
Conduct thorough cleaning of renovated units prior to new resident move in
Light administrative duties such as online grocery ordering for residents, curbside pickup, departmental supply ordering, and team member scheduling as needed
Check in on each lodge resident at the end of the scheduled shift and assist with any minor non-medical requests
Be conscious of all safety rules and practices and endeavor to create a safe environment for staff and residents
Actively participate, provide input, and support department and campus-wide meetings
Actively participate and accept personal responsibility to ensure the success of the Corporate Compliance Program
Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by an authorized supervisor

What You'll Need:

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day
Experience (6 months +) working in Environmental Services
Employee must have the ability and knowledge to lift and move residents safely
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 10 feet with or without a mechanical device
Use proper body mechanics; and be able to adapt to changing workload without interference of resident care: Be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and bend at the waist
Must be able to sit approximately 25% of the time and stand for approximately 75% of the time
High School Diploma or GED preferred

Compensation is $18.00 - $19.00 per hour, plus our comprehensive benefits package!

Still curious about what Givens is all about? It's kind of a long story, but at our core, we're a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC. We already have four communities (two life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.

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