Compassionate Senior Living Housekeeper

COGIR Real Estate; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Housekeeping Aide in Ottawa, Ontario. The role focuses on cleaning residents' apartments and common areas, using appropriate sanitation methods, and operating floor care equipment to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for residents.

Qualified candidates will have strong English communication, ability to work with minimal supervision, and a willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check. Experience in healthcare cleaning is desirable.

Qualifications

• English communication skills required.
• Ability to provide feedback on a day-to-day basis.
• Knowledge of 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 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 residents' apartments and common areas, including furniture, fixtures, walls, ceilings, lights, vents and windows.
• To operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment.
• To strip, scrub, spray, and buff carpet and floor surfaces.
• To pick up garbage and transport to designated areas.
• To adhere to residence policies and safety rules.

Skills

English communication

Job description

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Housekeeping Aide in Ottawa, Ontario. The role focuses on cleaning residents' apartments and common areas, using appropriate sanitation methods, and operating floor care equipment to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for residents.

Qualified candidates will have strong English communication, ability to work with minimal supervision, and a willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check. Experience in healthcare cleaning is desirable.