Compassionate Housekeeping Aide – Senior Living

COGIR Real Estate

Edmonton

On-site

CAD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Canada is seeking a Housekeeping Aide responsible for cleaning and sanitizing resident apartments and common areas in our retirement residences. The role requires attention to detail and adherence to safety and residence policies.

Candidates should have good English communication, ability to follow schedules, and experience with standard institutional cleaning. Knowledge of healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures is desirable, and ability to work with minimal

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.

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.