Extreme Cleaner - Peel Region

VHA; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Orientation & training

Mentorship

Career development

Employee assistance program

Wellness resources

Perks & discounts

Staff events

Job summary

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is seeking an Extreme Cleaner to provide practical household assistance to clients across Ontario. Tasks include cleaning, laundry, and sanitizing while promoting client independence and adhering to confidentiality policies.

The role supports diverse client groups; strong English reading/writing and flexibility are required. Benefits include education support, training, mentorship, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year's experience in private or institutional cleaning.
• Experience working with vulnerable clients is an asset.
• Read and write English (Grade 8 level).
• Flexible to support a diverse client group.
• Good physical and mental health.

Responsibilities

• Perform home cleaning: wash floors, sinks, surfaces; vacuum; laundry; soap and sanitize appliances.
• Follow client specifications using client-provided products within time allowances.
• Complete tasks as requested by the client; adapt as needed.
• Accurately complete time-keeping per agency policy.
• Participate in team meetings and project teams as requested.
• Share workload to achieve positive results.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Vulnerable client care

Physical health

Independent worker

English literacy

Flexibility

Job description

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.” View more comments from our clients and their family members.

Pay Range $22.42 - $25.17 (placement on salary range as per Collective Agreement)

VHA's Extreme Cleaner is responsible for providing practical and thorough household assistance to VHA clients

They will work with diverse client groups to meet public health standards. Responsibilities include, de-cluttering and discarding of unwanted items, washing walls, floors and windows, doing laundry, cleaning and sanitizing appliances, cupboards and closets. Household and support activities are performed in such a manner as to encourage independence of client and the prevention or delay of institutionalization. All activities are conducted within the client service plan and the policies, procedures and standards of confidentiality of VHA.

Key Areas of Accountability

• Performs a combination of home cleaning services including washing floors, sinks, and related surfaces; vacuuming, dusting and wiping down fridge and stove exterior; laundry and ironing; emptying wastebaskets; polishing furniture; washing accessible interior windows; and cleaning and organizing the inside of cupboards, stoves and fridges.
• Performs tasks according to the client's specifications, and using the client's products and equipment, according to a pre-set time allowance as arranged by the agency.
• The client arranges for a specific set of tasks, however, any task, may be added or replaced at the client's specific request.
• Completes time-keeping protocols ensuring accuracy and timely submission in accordance with VHA policy.
• Participates in team meetings as requested, with a commitment to contribution and service development.
• Participates on project teams as appropriate.
• Shares in handling workload for positive results.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one year's experience in private or institutional cleaning.
• Experience working with vulnerable clients who are dealing with age-related health conditions and/or mental disabilities is an asset.
• Good physical and mental health.
• Ability to work independently while following pre-set instructions and work cooperatively with the care-giving team.
• Ability to read and write English (equivalent to the Grade 8 level).
• Must be flexible to be able to support a diverse client group.

Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees

• Compensation for education and professional development
• VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
• Mentorship and peer support
• Career development opportunities
• Employee and family assistance program
• Wellness resources
• Perks & discounts
• Staff & service provider events

Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience.

VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care. “VHA’s team is full of amazing people who are compassionate and committed to supporting one another and to making care better for our clients and families.” - Kathryn Nichol, President and CEO, VHA Home HealthCare (VHA)

At VHA, we offer you opportunities to advance your career with an industry-recognized leader in care that truly values its clients and its people. Visit our Careers website for more details. Internationally educated healthcare professionals have long been an important part of VHA’s workforce - hear from some of our staff and service providers about their experience. Since 1925, VHA Home HealthCare has lent a helping hand to people in the community. As a not-for-profit charitable organization, we support seniors, families, people with disabilities and those living with chronic or terminal illness to live as independently as possible. With close to 3,000 staff and service providers - including personal support workers, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, home support workers and office support staff - we provide services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to clients in their home and the community.

At VHA, we’re passionate about the work we do, the impact we make, and about supporting our clients, communities, and each other. As a VHA team member you’ll do more than provide services to clients; you’ll build strong, long-lasting bonds and real relationships with our clients and their families. We offer high-quality, multilingual services in southern Ontario and our work environment focuses on supporting clients and staff through client-centered care, well-connected health care teams, and continual improvement. Our people are as diverse as the clients and communities we support and we value your unique talents. So, if you’re passionate about serving others and making a difference, you belong at VHA.

A Life-Changing Opportunity Providing better care to our clients and their families is what fuels us. And today we’re at the forefront. Through our community partnerships, innovation initiatives, and a focus on research and transformation, we are making an impact like never before. To support you and your goals, there are a range of full-time, part-time and casual positions at VHA with varying schedules to meet our clients’ needs and your own. We also try to give you an interesting mix of new and repeat clients so you can build relationships and enjoy variety. We know that our team members can provide their best care when their own needs are being met. Together, we are reimagining the future of health care. Reimagine your career with VHA.

At VHA, we offer you opportunities to advance your career with an industry-recognized leader in care that truly values its clients and its people. We offer: The opportunity to join a leading charitable organization you can be proud of with over 95 years of experience providing high quality care. A stimulating, diverse, client and family-focused work environment with a variety of full-time and part time positions. We invest in our staff, offering continuous opportunities for learning, competitive compensation and paid orientation, a confidential and free Employee Assistance Program, and more. Eligible staff are also entitled to a pension plan and comprehensive benefits package. Best of all, we foster a supportive, and respectful team environment where we all thrive.