Full-Time Laundry and Housekeeping Aide (8 AM to 4 PM)

WC Operating (Ontario-1); Ottawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Ottawa is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Aide to clean resident apartments and common areas with care and attention to safety. You will operate floor care machines and steamers, strip and buff floors, and manage waste in alignment with residence policies.

A caring approach to residents is essential, with strong English communication and reliability. The role supports independence and comfort for seniors across independent, assisted and memory care options, with

Qualifications

• Clear, effective English communication in writing and speech.
• Ability to provide day-to-day feedback and reports.
• Knowledge of standard institutional cleaning techniques.
• Experience with healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures is desirable.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and prioritize tasks.
• Must meet physical requirements of the job.
• A second language is an asset.
• Provide Vulnerable Sector Check (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Clean resident apartments and common areas per schedule using approved methods.
• Clean furniture, fixtures, walls, ceilings, lights, vents and windows.
• Operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment.
• Strip, scrub, spray, and buff carpet and hard floors.
• Remove garbage and transport to designated areas.
• Follow residence policies, safety rules and procedures.
• Prepare required documentation per residence policy.
• Respect Resident Rights and promote it in daily work.
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement Program.

Skills

English communication

Feedback ability

Cleaning techniques

Healthcare cleaning exp.

Self supervision

Physical stamina

Second language asset

Vulnerable Sector Check

Tools

Floor care machines

Steam cleaning equipment

Job description

Wage per hour $18.82

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus - Creativity - Excellence

We're seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for the cleaning and sanitization of all resident's apartment and common areas.

Key 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.

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 complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.