Housekeeper

salvationarmyca; Regina; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Regina is seeking a casual housekeeping staff member to uphold a high standard of cleanliness in assigned areas, including dormitories and common spaces. You will perform a range of cleaning duties daily and ensure safe, efficient operations throughout the Centre.

Qualifications include Grade 12, at least two years of housekeeping experience, WHMIS knowledge, and First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 graduate.
• Minimum of 2 years housekeeping or related experience.
• Possess valid First Aid/CPR certification (preferred).
• Knowledge of WHMIS and safe chemical handling.
• Able to understand oral and written communication well.
• Work with minimal supervision and be bondable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in assigned areas.
• Clean dormitory daily and change bedding as required.
• Dry/wet mop floors and clean all spaces including washrooms.
• Clean private rooms per weekly schedule.
• Laundry duties for Centre supplies (do not mix residents' laundry).
• Clean front entrance daily and manage supplies safely.
• Return equipment after shift and wash and hang mops.
• Be polite and courteous to residents; do not fraternize.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Grade 12 graduate

First Aid/CPR certification preferred

WHMIS training knowledge

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in assigned areas.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB DUTIES

• Clean assigned areas such as, but not limited to, windows/sills, baseboards, desks, tables, chairs, walls, all floors and rugs, beds, stairs, and washroom utilities.
• Clean dormitory daily - change bedding as required. Dry/wet mop floors as required.
• Clean private rooms as per weekly schedule.
• Laundry duties: (do not mix residents laundry). Fold and return to bag; do laundry for the Centre - sheets, pillow cases, and towels.
• Clean front entrance daily.
• Use cleaning supplies wisely (do not waste).
• Use all supplies and materials safely, and perform all duties in a safe manner.
• After each shift, return any equipment used and wash and hang up mops.
• Be polite and courteous to residents, but do not fraternize.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

NOTE: Not all incumbents perform all of the duties described above but perform a similar range of duties.

MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL ATTAINED

The successful job applicant will have

• Qualifications (Minimum)
• Grade 12 graduate
• Minimum of 2 years housekeeping or related experience

SPECIAL LICENSES, DIPLOMAS, CERTIFICATIONS OR REQUIREMENTS

• Possess valid First Aid/CPR certification (preferred)
• Knowledge of chemicals (WHIMIS training)
• Able to understand oral and written communication well
• Work with minimal supervision
• Physically capable of completing all tasks
• Neat in appearance and bondable.
• Willing to subscribe fully to The Salvation Army mission/ethics/values
• Please note that this is a Casual position

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.48 to $18.46 with a maximum of $19.43. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.