HOUSEKEEPING AIDE

Southbridge Care Homes; Picton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Southbridge Care Homes is seeking a Housekeeping Aide at Hallowell House in Picton, ON. This part-time role supports residents by cleaning and sanitizing living spaces to maintain a safe, comfortable environment.

Responsibilities include general cleaning, stocking supplies, laundry, and waste removal. The position requires basic literacy in English and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Training and accommodation support are provided.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Clean – perform general cleaning and sanitizing tasks throughout the property, including bathrooms, kitchens, dining areas, and floors.
• Stock – wash and stock towels, washcloths, and hand towels in bathrooms; fold laundry and put away as needed.
• Other – empty trash, operate laundry equipment, and notify maintenance if something isn’t working.

Skills

Detail-oriented

English literacy

Team player

Physical capability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

7:00am-3:00pm/11:00am-7:00pm

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.

Home: Hallowell House

Location: Picton,ON

Hourly Wage: starting at $22.65

Position: Housekeeping Aide

Status: Part-Time

Schedule: 7:00am-3:00pm/11:00am-7:00pm

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.

Southbridge welcomes those applicants with disability related needs and those whom a need for accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.

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