Housekeeping Worker - 2nd Shift
Company: DHRM
Location: Staunton
Posted on: April 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Title: Housekeeping Worker - 2nd Shift State Role Title: Hsekeep
&/or Apparel Worker I Hiring Range: starting at $34,323
(commensurate based on experience) Pay Band: 1 Agency: Dept
Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Western State Hospital Agency
Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/ Recruitment
Type: General Public - G Job Duties Location: Western State
Hospital 103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401. Who We Are
Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of
Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a
leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint
Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the
scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university
towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs
and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation
“Learning” programs. WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a
therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified
staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the
Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and
Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor
activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.
Position Overview: Western State Hospital is seeking a full time
Housekeeping Worker to work 12pm to 8:30 pm or 3:30 pm to 12 pm.
This position will provide a safe, sanitary, and attractive
environment for patients, staff, and visitors at Western State
Hospital (WSH). The Housekeeping Worker will ensure bathrooms and
shower rooms are cleaned daily; will replenish paper products;
ensure all trash removed daily; clean mirrors; ensure floors are
mopped daily; and ensure walls and ceilings are cleaned as needed.
This position is eligible for shift differential: 3 pm to 8:30 pm
weekday - $1.21/HR 3 pm to 11:30 pm weekday - $1.21/HR 3 pm to 8:30
pm weekend - $1.94/HR 3 pm to 11:30 pm weekend - $1.94/HR Key
Responsibilities: - Ensure bathrooms & shower rooms are cleaned
daily - Replenish paper products - Ensure trash removed daily -
Ensure floors are mopped daily - Windows, doors, fixtures cleaned
as needed - Wipe down tables and chairs - Finishing floors as
needed Benefits Include: - Retirement with cash match - Paid time
off, sick time, family/personal time, and community service time -
Health, vison, and dental insurance - Life insurance Minimum
Qualifications - General knowledge in cleaning bathrooms, bedrooms,
dayrooms, floor finishing, and cleaning/operating housekeeping
equipment. - Must be able to read, write, and communicate in
English to understand work instructions, safety guidelines, and
complete required documentation. - Ability to perform basic math
calculations. - Ability to lift heavy objects; stand for prolonged
periods and walk on various surfaces; and climb ladders, work on
knees; and work in various conditions Additional Considerations -
Bilingual in English - Veteran or Veteran Spouse Special
Instructions You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when
your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please
refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of
your application for this position. Application Requirements:
Applications and résumés for this position are accepted
electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic
Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely
on the information provided in your electronic application and/or
résumé. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all
relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about your
qualifications. Background Investigation: All applicants are
subject to an extensive background investigation and a
pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include
fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks,
Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks,
employment verification, and verification of education relevant to
the position. Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the
Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS)
cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of
specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier"
charges. Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are
available to individuals with disabilities during the application
and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation,
please notify Human Resources at (540) 332-8300 during business
hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth
of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human
resource management without regard to race (or traits historically
associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and
protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex,
color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation,
disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or
related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against
anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. Veteran
Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified
employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and
service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of
the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to
apply to the state application and respond accordingly. Contact
Information Name: Samantha Leep Phone: 540-332-8306 Email:
samantha.leep@dbhds.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s
commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with
disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring
Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will
need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the
Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the
Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status
questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable,
to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can
be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note :
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or
DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use
that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring
Process.
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