Housekeeper

Halton Region; Milton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Halton Region in Milton is seeking a part-time Housekeeping/Laundry assistant to support residents in Allendale Long Term Care Facility. The role involves cleaning resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, ensuring supplies are stocked and rooms are disinfected.

You will work up to 16 hours per week in daytime shifts (0700-1500) and report to the Supervisor, Housekeeping & Laundry. The position requires a high school diploma and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with

Qualifications

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma required.
• Ability to operate housekeeping equipment and observe safety.
• Good verbal and written communication; strong time management.
• Understanding of Residents’ Bill of Rights and LTC standards.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect resident rooms, bathrooms and common areas.
• Mop and polish designated floor areas and vacuum carpets.
• Empty garbage cans and restock supplies as needed.
• Attend meetings and training; adhere to policies and procedures.
• Work as part of the Resident Home area team and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

Secondary School Graduation Diploma

Job description

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Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

We are proud to operate three non-profit long-term care homes where our employees make a meaningful contribution on the lives of the residents by providing quality care in a family-like atmosphere. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also recognized as a Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) Best Practice Spotlight organization.

You make a positive difference in people’s lives because you provide high quality customer centered services. You operate within a highly ethical environment and will be accountable for going the extra mile, listening to your customers, creatively meeting needs and always being respectful to those you serve. As a result, you will be part of a qualified and strategic team recognized widely for caring, excellence, integrity, inclusiveness and flexibility.To be considered for interview, you must have a Vulnerable Sector Check completed by your local municipal police within the last 6 months or proof of application.

Posting ID: 5583
Department: Social & Community Services
Division: Services For Seniors
Pay Range: $23.07 - $24.40 /hour
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: up to 16 hours per week (Days, 0700-1500)
Work Location: Allendale Long Term Care Facility - 185 Ontario Street, Milton
Employee Group: OPSEU LTC
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy
Posting Date: October 23, 2026
Application Deadline: October 30, 2026
Applicants within the bargaining unit will be provided first consideration.

Job Summary

This role reports to the Supervisor, Housekeeping & Laundry, providing housekeeping services to the residents living in the home. This includes cleaning and disinfecting the resident rooms, bathrooms, and common areas of the facility, as well as ensuring proper stock of supplies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleanand/or disinfectall surfaces including fixtures, equipment and washroom facilities.
• Mopand polishdesignated floor areas using various floor cleaning equipment.
• Vacuumand shampoocarpeted areas.
• Emptyand cleangarbage cans throughout all areas of the facility.
• Cleanwalls and windows as required.
• Stocksupplies as required.
• Respondin a timely fashion to priorities and/or emergencies as instructed by the Supervisor or Registered Staff.
• Providemeal time assistance.
• Attendand participatein meetings.
• Attendlegislated training as required.
• Adhereto Policies and Procedures, Rules and Regulations and Ministry Standards as set forth by the Corporation/Division/Department.
• Functionas part of the Resident Home area team.
• Workco-operatively with team members, family members and staff.
• Performother related duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma
• Ability to operate housekeeping equipment and a general knowledge and understanding of workplace safety.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, strong time management skills and the ability to work both in a team and independently.
• An understanding of the Residents’ Bill of Rights and Compliance Standards as set out by the Ministry of Long Term Care.
• A combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered.

Preferred

• Experience working in housekeeping for a long-term care facility, nursing home or hospital.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• The incumbent must be able to perform all the necessary physical tasks associated with the position including lifting approximately 50 lbs., pushing, pulling, and moving heavy materials, equipment and boxes.

Employment Conditions

• Current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check by the first day of employment.
• Current(obtained within the past six (6) months) two-step tuberculosis test orQuanti-FERON-TB Gold plus testby thefirst day of employment.

Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high-quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused, and award-winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.