Join our community

Heritage Community of Kalamazoo is hiring. When you become part of our team, you work with purpose, you form lasting relationships with residents and staff, and you make a difference for countless individuals. Here, all our focus is on the person. From residents to staff, personal wellbeing is our top priority. Employees at every level are empowered to personally engage with each other and with individual residents to always do the right thing.  We were named one of Senior Care’s best places to work in 2025.

Who are we

Since 1945, Heritage Community has built a local legacy of vibrant senior living by nurturing a passion for providing the seniors and families of West Michigan with exemplary personalized care. We are the only locally owned, non-profit senior living residence in the area. Our organization is grounded on principles of honor, community and meaningful living, and we exist to support our residents’ desire to continue enjoying life fully.

What you will be doing

The Housekeeping Assistant is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the community in accordance with standardized cleaning practices, ensuring a clean and healthy environment. Responsibilities include cleaning common areas, resident-occupied spaces, and office settings. Strong hospitality and customer service skills are essential, as Housekeeping Assistants regularly interact with residents, visitors, and staff.

• May be cross trained to work in the commercial laundry setting, including handling soiled linens, managing the wash process, folding, and delivery
• Always follow safety protocols.
• Adhere to infection control protocols.

What we offer

We provide full and part-time employees with a variety of benefits based on their employment classification, including:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Vacation and sick time
• 403B with company match
• HSA/flexible spending
• Short-term disability, long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance
• Shift pick up bonuses, shift differentials
• Tuition reimbursement/student loan repayment assistance
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee assistance fund
• Employee referral bonuses

About you

• Previous experience in housekeeping or a similar role is a plus but not required
• Effective time management skills to complete tasks efficiently
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

If you are passionate about putting people first, creating memorable moments, and accomplishing great things together, we want to hear more about you. Click apply to submit a resume.