Compassionate Housekeeper – Senior Living

COGIR Real Estate; Toronto; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Aide in a retirement residence setting. You will clean resident apartments and common areas, maintain floors, and ensure sanitation according to schedules to support resident well-being.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety rules, documentation, and participation in training and quality programs, with potential for a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Good oral and written English communication skills.
• Ability to provide feedback on a day-to-day basis.
• Knowledge and experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques.
• Previous experience in commercial / residential/ Healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures is desirable.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job.
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Must provide a complete and current Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures.
• To clean Resident's apartments and common areas, including furniture, kitchen and washroom fixtures, walls, ceilings, lights, vents and windows.
• To operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment.
• To strip, scrub, spray, and buff all carpet and non-carpet floor surfaces.
• To pick up garbage and transport to designated areas.
• To adhere to established residence policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices.
• To prepare documentation as required according to residence policy.
• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it.
• To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents.
• To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place.
• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity.
• To complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Feedback skills

Cleaning techniques

Minimal supervision

Physical fitness

Second language

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Aide in a retirement residence setting. You will clean resident apartments and common areas, maintain floors, and ensure sanitation according to schedules to support resident well-being.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety rules, documentation, and participation in training and quality programs, with potential for a supportive, team-oriented environment.