Housekeeping Aide - Part Time - Forest Trail

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc.; Peterborough; Sur place; CAD 23 000 - 29 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Mentorship and learning opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Employee Family Assistance Program

Comprehensive benefits package

Résumé du poste

111000 Extendicare (Canada) Inc. is seeking a part-time Housekeeping Aide to clean and sanitize residents' apartments and common areas in our Ontario facilities. You will follow schedules, use appropriate cleaning methods, and ensure safety while supporting residents' comfort and dignity.

We offer training, teamwork, and a supportive environment with competitive benefits. This role emphasizes respect, integrity, and high-quality care within our long-term care homes.

Qualifications

• Strong English verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with standard institutional cleaning methods.
• Experience in healthcare cleaning and laundry is desirable.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the job.
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset.

Responsabilités

• Clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods.
• Clean residents' apartments and common areas, including furniture, fixtures, walls, floors, and windows.
• Operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment.
• Strip, scrub, spray, and buff carpet and non-carpet floor surfaces.
• Pick up garbage and transport it to designated areas.
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required.

Connaissances

English communication

Cleaning techniques

Healthcare cleaning experience

Minimal supervision

Physical stamina

Second language

Description du poste

Job Description Housekeeping Aide Mission The Housekeeper is responsible for the cleaning and sanitization of all residents' apartments and common areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures.
• Clean residents' apartments and common areas, including furniture, kitchen and washroom fixtures, walls, ceilings, lights, vents, and windows.
• Operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment.
• Strip, scrub, spray, and buff all carpet and non-carpet floor surfaces.
• Pick up garbage and transport it to designated areas.
• Adhere to established residence policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices.
• Prepare documentation as required according to residence policy.
• Be aware of the Residents' Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote them.
• Attend in-service training as required to better serve the needs of residents.
• Attend staff meetings as required to remain aware of changes within the residence.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents).
• Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy, particularly relating to ethics, morality, and integrity, as outlined in Extendicare's Code of Conduct.
• 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, or 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.
• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

What Extendicare Has to Offer

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth, and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for lifelong learning, and growth opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization.
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

About Extendicare

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors' population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained, and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Time Type: Part time

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.

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.

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.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

Our Values We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.