Housekeeper

Shannex Incorporated; Halifax; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental benefits

Pension plan

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks discounts

Continuing education

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for Arborstone Enhanced Care in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The role focuses on cleaning common areas, kitchens, and resident spaces with attention to safety and quality of service.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of commercial housekeeping or laundry experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to compassionate care for seniors. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, pension, paid time off, and access to education

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in commercial housekeeping or laundry.
• Ability to communicate well with internal and external customers in a polite, courteous manner.
• Knowledge of infection prevention practices and safety.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment (auto scrubber, floor buffer, vacuum).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and complete tasks efficiently.
• Clear criminal record check required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways and stairwells.
• Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, and sanitize kitchens and bathrooms.
• Collect and dispose of residents’ refuse per procedures.
• Document completed tasks and complete audits/inspections as required.
• Provide resident laundry service as requested.
• Communicate supply needs to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Restock housekeeping cart and alert supervisor when supplies are low.
• Promote safety by following procedures and wearing PPE.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Customer service

Infection control

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Auto scrubber

Floor buffer

Vacuum

Job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living. We are searching for a Housekeeper to join our Arborstone Enhanced Care team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.

Additional Benefits Include

• Approximate hourly wage: $20.48 - $20.80
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• Pension plan
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, and stairwells
• Sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing kitchens and bathrooms.
• Collect refuse from residents' rooms and dispose of this refuse in accordance with set procedures
• Documents all completed job routine tasks
• Completes audits and inspections as required
• Completes resident's personal laundry services as requested
• Communicates supply needs to People Leader in a timely manner
• Efficiently uses supplies and equipment to maintain service quality levels
• Clean and restock housekeeping cart; notify Supervisor when supplies are low
• Promote safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A High School diploma or equivalent education
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in commercial housekeeping and/ or laundry
• A high level of initiative for and commitment to completing housekeeping assignments efficiently and in a warm, friendly, and customer-service-oriented manner.
• Ability to communicate well with internal and external customers to meet needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner
• Knowledge of infection control and prevention practices
• Ability to utilize auto scrubber, floor buffer, vacuum
• Previous experience working with seniors or in a seniors' living environment considered an asset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and can safely use chemical cleaning agents and equipment
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire
• Completed Dementia: Understanding the Journey course considered an asset
• Proof of valid, current First Aid & CPR certification (Remove if not assisted living in NB)
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care