Support Staff - Housekeeping Aide | Dietary Aide

Bent County Healthcare Center is hiring for both Housekeeping Aide and Dietary Aide positions. These roles are essential to creating a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where our residents can thrive. No clinical background is required — just a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to our residents' well-being.

Pay & Openings

•       Pay Rate: Starting at $15.16/hr (Colorado Minimum Wage)

•       Housekeeping Aide: 1 opening

•       Dietary Aide: 2 openings

Housekeeping Aide

Responsibilities

•       Follow established cleaning methods in all assigned areas; perform dry and wet mopping, wall and glass cleaning, and floor care

•       Keep all floors free of debris and fluids at all times

•       Remove waste from resident rooms, offices, and nurse stations; reline receptacles

•       Operate mechanical equipment including buffers, vacuum cleaners, washers, and dryers

•       Clean equipment and return to designated areas after each use

•       Report broken, damaged, or inoperative equipment and complete detailed work orders

•       Perform laundry duties: load/unload washers and dryers, fold linens, stock shelves, hang garments

•       Assist in answering call lights and report to nursing staff as needed

•       Assist in transporting residents to and from the dining room or activities

Qualifications

•       High school diploma or equivalent preferred

•       Background or work experience in a healthcare setting preferred but not required

•       Attention to detail; ability to follow verbal and written instructions

•       Neat appearance, pleasant personality, and ability to work cooperatively with staff

•       Patience and tact when interacting with residents and families

Dietary Aide

2 openings available.

Responsibilities

•       Set up the tray line for meal service, including utensils, condiments, and beverages

•       Prepare dining areas for service, including table settings

•       Serve meals from tray line or dining room as needed

•       Assist with clearing and breakdown of dining areas and tray carts

•       Perform warewashing duties as trained

•       Return and restock all service items to their designated areas

•       Maintain cleanliness of assigned area throughout the shift

•       Dispose of trash and garbage; reline receptacles

•       Post daily menus in dining areas; place menus on trays in PM for next day

•       Deliver tray carts to nursing units

•       Observe all safety and health rules and regulations

Qualifications

•       Knowledge of food sanitation, safety protocols, and accepted food service techniques preferred

•       Ability to organize and carry out responsibilities efficiently

•       Professional and courteous demeanor with residents, families, and staff

Good physical health; ability to stand for extended periods and lift as needed