Housekeeper South West Edmonton

Se-Health; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Part time

Job summary

SE Health is seeking a part-time housekeeper to service three sites in Southwest Edmonton. The role involves cleaning, custodial duties, stock replenishment, and ensuring health standards are met. Flexible schedule between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM, 30 hours bi-weekly, Monday to Friday.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, WHMIS certification, and the ability to communicate effectively in English. A vulnerable sector criminal record check is required.

Qualifications

• Basic cleaning and custodial tasks experience or equivalent training.
• Must pass vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Clean rooms and work areas to meet health standards.
• Vacuum, shampoo, and clean rugs and upholstery.
• Empty waste baskets and dispose of waste properly.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain bathrooms and fixtures.
• Wash windows, walls, and woodwork; report safety or maintenance issues.
• Work cooperatively with staff and follow standardized cleaning methods.

Skills

English communication

Physical fitness

Empathy and tact

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (10th grade)

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

We provide care and independence to our residents, using a client- and family-centered approach that incorporates the most current research into practice. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a diverse and collaborative care team where you’ll apply your skills – and your heart – to provide services that support our residents to live and age well. You’ll make a difference in their lives, and they’ll make a difference in yours!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Coordinator, and/or designee, the housekeeper is required to do cleaning, custodial work; to follow daily custodial standards and instructions; and perform related work as required. This position serves 3 sites in Southwest Edmonton.

Status

PT / Perm

Flexible between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM (30 hours bi-weekly)

Schedule

Monday-Friday

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Include but not limited to:

• Clean rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies, using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
• Empty wastebaskets, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Sweep, scrub, wax, and/or polish floors using brooms, mops, and/or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Keep storage areas and carts well stocked, clean, and tidy.
• Polish silver accessories and metalwork such as fixtures and fittings.
• Replace light bulbs.
• Replenish bathroom supplies with soap, paper products, and other necessary supplies.
• Clean and sanitize bathroom fixtures, floors, and counters as needed.
• Empty and clean trash cans.
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
• Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
• To wash and hang drapes, and dust window blinds.
• Report on safety issues and the need for maintenance repairs.
• Develop and standardize newer and improved methods of cleaning for better results at lower costs.
• Work cooperatively with all staff members.
• Perform related work as required.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• WHMIS Certification.
• Completion of the 10th school grade.
• Experience as may be gained through functioning in a capacity requiring performance of basic cleaning and custodial tasks. Or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• General knowledge of modern housekeeping equipment, sanitation materials and procedures, modern laundry equipment and procedures;
• infection control procedures and requirements; sanitary kitchen upkeep and clean procedures; cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment;
• Washing and wearing quality fabrics; mending techniques;
• Clerical record-keeping methods sufficient to keep inventory of supplies.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be in good health and free from communicable diseases, physically able to perform tasks related to the position.
• Must be free of allergies or conditions, which may be aggravated by working with cleaners, detergents and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral English.
• Ability to take direction and learn procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, empathy, patience, and concern in providing quality services to clients.

Accessibility

If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact [e-mail].

DEIA:

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute and succeed.