Housekeeping aide, casual

“How do you bring kindness to others every day?”

Join us in our journey of kindness where compassion is our language, and kindness is our legacy. We are committed to nurturing a culture of kindness that flourishes within our team. Our valued team members are the heart of our mission and their well-being directly impacts the lives of those in our care.

The Housekeeping Aide reports to the Environmental Services Manager and is expected to maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the home by cleaning and sanitizing rooms and furnishings in assigned work areas following established policies and procedures. A major part of your role as a housekeeper will be to actively involve residents in everyday domestic living, creating meaningful occupations & activities.

Wage Rate

The starting wage rate is $19.64/hour.

Vacancy

We are hiring employees to work on a casual basis to help us fulfil our scheduling needs and fill vacant shifts as they arise. We are offering flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of tasks related to housekeeping services as per the job routines, They include but are not limited to surface cleaning and disinfecting, vacuuming, sweeping, washing, polishing, and garbage/recycling waste management,
• May include laundry services,
• Completes mandatory training as scheduled,
• Maintains safe Infection Control and Health and Safety Practices,
• Respects privacy, and dignity and promotes confidentiality within a warm homely setting,
• Reports any safety or risk concerns immediately to the Environmental Services Manager or designate,
• Maintains effective communication with Residents, families, and fellow associates,
• Promotes the vision, mission, and values, as well as the Residents’ Bill of Rights,
• Any and all other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand oral and written instructions,
• Current CPR & First Aid Certificate preferred,
• Previous housekeeping experience, preferably in hospitality or a retirement home,
• Previous employment in a health care/hospitality setting is an asset,
• Demonstrated understanding of/empathy for the needs of the elderly,