Housekeeper

Sienna Senior Living; Whitby; On-site; CAD 2,093,000 - 2,949,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP match

SOAR

Employee share plan

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Aspira Lynde Creek Retirement Living in Whitby, Ontario is seeking a part-time Housekeeper for weekend days to support our residents with compassionate housekeeping and a clean, comfortable living environment.

In this role you will perform room cleaning, prepare spaces for new occupants, and collaborate with the team to maintain dignity and respect for residents as they continue to enjoy daily life in our retirement community.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping in a retirement or healthcare setting.
• Strong communication with residents and staff.
• Compassionate and detail‑oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of cleaning tasks in residents' rooms and common areas.
• Prepare rooms for new occupants and tours.
• Respect residents' privacy while completing duties.
• Ensure a safe, clean environment at all times.

Skills

Cleaning

Compassion

Communication

Resident interaction

Job description

Housekeeper

Aspira Lynde Creek Retirement Living (Whitby, Ontario)

Rate:$18.19

Part-Time- Weekend Days

This is a new position.

In this role, you'll do more than just fill a position; you'll forge enduring connections with the individuals who consider Aspira Lynde Creek Gardens their home. This role offers the opportunity to provide heartfelt care to our residents through your housekeeping duties. Every day, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of both your colleagues and the residents you serve. Come be part of a team where knowing each resident by their story, not just their name, is not only achievable, it's expected. Our mission is to foster joy in everyday life! We hold a deep conviction that serving Canada’s seniors is a privilege, ensuring they enjoy lives marked by comfort, dignity, and respect.

What Sienna Offers:

We are a purpose driven organization. We aspire to cultivate an environment and culture where team members feel valued, heard and empowered to do meaningful work. And we offer a number of programs and benefits that support team members’ financial, personal and professional needs:

• A competitive salary and vacation package
• Health & Dental benefits program
• RRSP with employer match
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Continuous learning and growth so you have the skillset needed to succeed and take on new challenges
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs

What You’ll Be Doing:

You will be a welcomed member of the Retirement team, working in a fast-paced environment where you will make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. As a Housekeeper you will do meaningful work everyday ensuring a safe and clean environment for residents’. As an individual and part of a wider team, you will be a strong contributor to the culture of the home, where the focus is always on helping residents live fully, every day.

How You’ll Succeed:

1. Provide Thorough Cleaning within the Retirement Home:
   • Receive assignments, gather materials, and transport supplies to work area.
   • Perform a variety of cleaning tasks including:
     • a. Resident room cleaning as per assigned schedule.
     • b. Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and shampooing carpets.
     • c. Spot cleaning walls, windows, and doors.
     • d. Dusting and sanitizing furniture, shelves, and woodwork.
     • e. Emptying wastebaskets and rearranging furniture.
     • f. Daily cleaning and disinfecting of bathrooms, including floors, fixtures, and walls.
   • Prepare rooms for new occupants, ensuring they are tour-ready at all times.
2. Provide Resident Privacy and Room Preparation:
   • Ensure residents' privacy is respected during cleaning duties.
   • Prepare rooms for new occupants according to prescribed procedures, ensuring they are tour-ready at all times.
   • Perform any other assigned duties as needed.

Who You Are:

• You are compassionate and dedicated to meaningful work that supports seniors in living life fully
• You are detailed-oriented and have and have strong customer service skills and ability to effectively communicate with residents and staff.

What you need to know:

• Sienna Senior Living is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and residents feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience
• You must be legally eligible to work in Canada or have a valid work/study permit
• You must successfully pass a Vulnerable Sector Check
• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.