Compassionate Housekeeping Aide — Senior Living

COGIR Real Estate; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Housekeeping Aide in Toronto, ON, to maintain the cleanliness and sanitization of residents' apartments and common areas. The position offers a wage of $21.27 per hour.

The successful candidate will work in a caring retirement setting, supporting residents' comfort and well-being. Key duties include cleaning per schedules, operating floor care and steam cleaning equipment, and maintaining safety and policy adherence.

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 Vulnerable Sector Check (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 residence policies and safety rules.
• To prepare documentation as required according to residence policy.
• To be aware of Resident Rights & Responsibilities and promote them.
• To attend in-service training as required to better serve residents.
• To participate in staff meetings as required to be aware of changes.
• 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 relating to ethics, morality, and integrity.
• To complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Physical stamina

Independent work

Second language

Safety awareness

Tools

Floor care machines

Steam cleaning equipment

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Housekeeping Aide in Toronto, ON, to maintain the cleanliness and sanitization of residents' apartments and common areas. The position offers a wage of $21.27 per hour.

The successful candidate will work in a caring retirement setting, supporting residents' comfort and well-being. Key duties include cleaning per schedules, operating floor care and steam cleaning equipment, and maintaining safety and policy adherence.