Dufferin Oaks LTC·Shelburne, Ontario
The Housekeeping/Laundry Aide maintains a clean and sanitary environment by performing housekeeping duties or managing laundry processes for residents. Responsibilities include operating cleaning and laundry equipment, handling waste, and ensuring adherence to infection control and safety protocols.
Reporting to the Environmental Services Manager, the Housekeeping/ Laundry Aide can be scheduled to work as either a Housekeeping or Laundry Aide. As a Housekeeping Aide, the successful candidate will ensure the maintenance of a clean and safe environment for the residents of the Home. As a Laundry Aide, the successful candidate will handle the washing and drying of linen and personal items for the residents.
move furniture, equipment and supplies, and perform a variety of housekeeping duties to maintain the Home in an orderly and sanitary condition
Sweep, mop, wet wash and vacuum the floors. Responsible for scrubbing the floors using a scrubber machine and polishing the floors, using a buffing machine.
High and low dusting of furniture, walls, over doors, cupboards, etc.
Clean washrooms, sinks, and other plumbing fixtures.
Collect and transport waste materials to garbage rooms / receptacles.
Laundry Aide –
Sort and separate items to be laundered in accordance with laundering requirements and ensure proper identification of all personal clothing.
Operate automatic washing machines, dryers, and iron.
Gather and transport laundered garments to appropriate floors, hand iron and fold or hang garments after laundering.
Routinely inspect linens for wear and tear, identifying worn and torn linens.
Report injuries, hazards, equipment defects and unsafe conditions. Take appropriate action to prevent accidents/injury.
Follow all infection control practices including routine practices and additional precautions where required.
Ensure knowledge of and adherence to Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) program through knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) applicable to Housekeeping division.
Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to the MSDS and other policies and procedures.
Create and reinforce a caring environment that supports the Residents Bill of Rights
Other duties as assigned
What you’ll bring
Grade 12 education preferred
Ability to work varying shifts, statutory holidays, weekends and maintain regular punctual attendance.
Ability to operate various pieces of cleaning equipment.
Ability to operate laundry equipment such as washing machines, dryers, linen press, and clothing labeler.
Ability to engage with a wide variety of people with a high level of professionalism, compassion and courtesy including culturally, socially, and economically diverse populations, seniors, persons with disabilities and professional colleagues.
Physically able to carry out duties of the position.
Satisfactory police vulnerable sector screening
Two Step Tuberculosis test
Completion of Housekeeping Course would be considered an asset.
Experience in a similar position considered an asset.
The County of Dufferin strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its residents and visitors. To effectively do so, all positions at the County of Dufferin require a commitment to upholding the County’s equity mandate through on-going and mandatory training and examining our day-to-day operations and impacts through an equity lens. Therefore, throughout the selection process, candidates will have demonstrated their ability to be anti-racist, equitable, inclusive, and respectful.
Candidates should have a Grade 12 education and the physical ability to perform all job duties, including operating heavy cleaning and laundry machinery. A satisfactory police vulnerable sector screening and a two-step tuberculosis test are required for this position.
Market context
In Ontario, support-services roles in healthcare are typically in steady demand because facilities need reliable staff who can help keep patient care moving. These positions are competitive when candidates bring hands-on training, current Basic Life Support certification, and a valid driver’s license; a high school diploma is required, and Medical Assistant, EMT, or CNA preparation is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and transportation readiness before applying.