Housekeeping

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Eskasoni First Nation; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pension plan (Defined Contribution)

Vacation accrual

Job summary

Kiknu, Nova Scotia’s first long-term care home on Eskasoni First Nation, operated by Shannex, seeks a housekeeping and laundry team member. The role supports resident comfort by maintaining clean rooms, facilities, and linen services, with a focus on dignity and independence for elders.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, and prior housekeeping or laundry experience is preferred. Flexible scheduling, and pre-employment checks are required.

Qualifications

• High School or GED completion is required.
• Minimum of one year experience in commercial housekeeping and/or laundry preferred.
• Ability to learn and work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours/shifts including days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Dusts, cleans and polishes furniture, counters, shelving, walls, and window/door ledges.
• Cleans sinks, toilets and bath facilities.
• Fills and replenishes supplies in resident rooms, nursing units, and rest rooms.
• Empties and cleans trash receptacles and places trash in compactor and/or trash pickup area.
• Sorts laundry into appropriate piles based on type; unloads the machine.
• Sorts clean laundry into baskets or racks; notes name tags on resident clothing and places on correct rack.
• Picks up soiled laundry and delivers clean laundry to resident areas using laundry carts.
• Checks laundry for tears, holes, missing buttons, etc., and forwards clothing needing repair to the seamstress.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills

Adaptability

Flexible schedule

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Kiknu, meaning “our home” in Mi’kmaq, is Nova Scotia’s first long term care home on a First Nation community. A residents-first approach to care and service ensures Kiknu is supporting independence, promoting dignity and placing value on the choices for how elders want to live their lives.

Shannex acts as the operating partner alongside the First Nations community of Eskasoni in the operation of Kiknu. Together, we will ensure the community will deliver exceptional service and care while honouring Mi’kmaw culture, values and traditions.

Meaningful Benefits

• 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
• Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan (8.7% Kiknu matching)
• 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

• Dusts, cleans and polishes furniture, counters, shelving, walls, and window/door ledges.
• Cleans sinks, toilets and bath facilities
• Fills and replenishes supplies in resident rooms, nursing units, and rest rooms
• Empties and cleans trash receptacles and places trash in compactor and/or trash pickup area
• Sorts laundry into appropriate piles based on the type of is dried or damp-dried appropriately and unloads the machine
• Sorts clean laundry into appropriate baskets or racks; counts linen needed for each area as per linen quota and puts on cart; notes name tags on resident clothing and puts on correct rack
• Picks up soiled laundry and delivers clean laundry to resident areas within the facility using laundry carts
• Checks laundry for tears, holes, missing buttons, etc. and forwards clothing needing repair to the seamstress
• Additional duties as required

About You

• High School/ GED completion
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in commercial housekeeping and/or laundry preferred
• Ability to learn and work in fast paced environment
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours/ shifts inclusive of days, weekends and holidays
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment.

About Us

A long-term care home for elders located on the Eskasoni First Nation. Kiknu envisions being a trailblazing Indigenous long term care home, fostering cultural revitalization, holistic care, and community empowerment. We strive to create a loving environment where Indigenous elders and residents thrive, embracing their heritage, respected for their wisdom, cared for with dignity and surrounded by love.

Shannex is a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario.