Compassionate Housekeeping & Laundry Aide – Senior Care

Extendicare

Red Deer

On-site

CAD 21,000 - 30,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

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Job summary

Extendicare Michener Hill in Red Deer, AB, is seeking a part-time Housekeeping/Laundry/Janitor Aide for a 220-bed long-term care facility with 60 beds of supportive living. You will maintain clean resident rooms and common areas, operate cleaning equipment, and follow safety policies to ensure a hygienic environment for residents.

The role requires good English communication, ability to work with minimal supervision, and a willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Qualifications

Good oral and written English communication skills.
Knowledge and experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques.
Experience in commercial/residential/healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures 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 or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods.
To clean Resident's rooms 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 Resident policy.
To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it.
To attend in-service training as required to better serve the needs of the residents.
To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residents 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 as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct;
To complete other duties as assigned.