HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

Southbridge Care Homes; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Southbridge Care Homes in Oshawa is seeking a Housekeeping Aide to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for residents at Thortonview. You will perform general cleaning and sanitizing tasks to support daily living in a long-term care setting.

The role involves cleaning, laundry support, and linen handling with a focus on quality care. Casual and part-time vacancies offer varied shifts and opportunities to contribute to resident wellbeing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize assigned areas including bathrooms, kitchens and dining spaces.
• Vacuum, dust, wash dishes, and launder linens as needed.
• Stock towels and linens; notify maintenance of any issues and assist as required.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Team player

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Care mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

Home: Thortonview

Location: Oshawa, ON

Hourly Wage: $21.96/ hour

Position: Housekeeping Aide

Status: Casual, Part Time vacancies

Schedule: For PT position- 8am-4pm; For casual - Mixed shifts (day and evening)

Southbridge Care Homes provides exceptional acquisition, management, and redevelopment services for long-term care homes and retirement communities across Ontario. Our mission is to maintain a best-in-class portfolio that consistently delivers excellence in care and services while ensuring economic sustainability.

Reports to: Environmental Service Manager

The Housekeeping Aide provides support to the residence by, cleaning and sanitizing to ensure that our Residents are living in the best environment possible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean – Perform general cleaning and sanitizing tasks throughout the assigned property. Clean and disinfect bathrooms, kitchen, and dining areas. Wash dishes, utensils, glasses, pots and pans. Wipe and dust surfaces in rooms and clean mirrors. Vacuum and clean floors, rugs, furniture, and drapes. Remove and replace linens, bedspreads, and blankets.
• Stock – Wash and stock all towels, washcloths, and hand towels in bathrooms. Fold laundry and put away as needed.
• Other – Pick up and empty trash containers. Load washer and dryer as needed. If applicable, notify maintenance if something is not working correctly.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Detail-oriented, confidential, and professional
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds at times
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and reach, bend, lift and pull
• Passion for providing quality care to residents in a long-term care setting
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player

Additional Requirements include

• A negative vulnerable sector check completed within 6 months of start date.
• Completion of a 2 Step TB Skin test within the last 12 months of start date.

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.

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