Housekeeping Aide (CAS) Arbour Heights

Extendicare; Kingston; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare in Kingston, Ontario is seeking a Part-time Housekeeping Aide to maintain clean and sanitary living spaces for residents. You will perform routine cleaning of resident apartments and common areas, operate floor care equipment, and ensure safety and policy compliance while respecting residents' rights.

The role requires good English communication, reliability, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Good oral and written English communication skills.
• Experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques.
• Experience in healthcare cleaning and laundry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Clean areas according to schedules using approved methods.
• Clean residents' apartments and common areas.
• Operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment.
• Strip, scrub, buff carpet and floor surfaces.
• Follow residence policies, safety rules, and documentation.
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings.

Skills

English communication

Feedback skills

Cleaning techniques

Healthcare cleaning

Minimal supervision

Physical requirement

Second language asset

Job description

## Housekeeping Aide (CAS) Arbour HeightsApply: Kingston, Ontario: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: November 27, 2026 (30 days left to apply): R36702**Job Description**Key Responsibilities: • To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures; • To clean Resident's apartments and common areas, including furniture, kitchen and washroom fixtures, walls, ceilings, lights, vents and windows; • To operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment; • To strip, scrub, spray, and buff all carpet and non-carpet floor surfaces; • To pick up garbage and transport to designated areas; • To adhere to established residence policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices; • To prepare documentation as required according to residence policy; • To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it; • To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents; • To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place; • To participate in the Quality Improvement Program; • To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); • To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct; • To complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • Good oral and written English communication skills • Ability to provide feedback on a day-to-day basis- Knowledge and experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques • Previous experience in commercial / residential/ Healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures is desirable • Ability to work with minimal supervision • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job • Proficiency in a second language is an asset **Time Type**Part time## **Compensation Details**Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process. At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail]. We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.