Housekeeping aide - Part time - Vulcan

Extendicare; Town of Vulcan; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is hiring a part-time Housekeeping Aide/Housekeeper in the Town of Vulcan, Alberta. The role supports a clean, safe environment for residents through routine cleaning, disinfection, and waste handling in a long-term care setting.

Candidates should have Grade 10, strong English communication, and experience in institutional care. The job emphasizes infection control, privacy, teamwork, and dependable shift coverage.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 completion is required.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Experience in an institutional setting, preferably long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe environment through daily housekeeping tasks.
• Vacuum, dust, mop floors and disinfect resident areas.
• Prepare rooms for new residents and report equipment issues.
• Monitor stock, replenish supplies, and support infection control practices.
• Respect resident privacy and property while delivering care.

Skills

Infection control

WHMIS

Inventory mgmt

English comms

Teamwork

Customer focus

Resilience

Education

Grade 10

Job description

Job DescriptionJob TitleHousekeeping Aide/HousekeeperQualificationsSuccessful completion of Grade 10Technical CompetenciesAbility to operate appropriate mechanical equipment i.e. washer, dryer, vacuum cleanerUnderstanding of infection control principlesWorking Knowledge of: WHMIS, Inventory Management & ControlAbility to read, write and communicate effectively in EnglishExperienceExperience in an institutionalized setting preferably long term careExtendicare’s Core CompetenciesBusiness SavvyCommitment to ResultsCommunicationResilienceCustomer FocusSystems ThinkingTeamworkMotivation to ImproveKey AccountabilitiesExamplesMaintaining Clean and Safe Environmentremoving wasteadhering to legislative requirements (e.g., WHMIS)vacuuming, dusting, emptying wastebaskets, rearranging furnituredaily cleaning and disinfecting all resident areassweeping/mopping floorsspot cleaninginfection controlmixing cleaning solutionsusing appropriate levels of suppliesheavy cleaning (windows and walls)preparing rooms for new residents (deep cleaning)reporting on broken equipment and building repair needsMaintaining Stock and Suppliesmonitoring inventory of suppliesordering supplies when requiredreplenishing suppliesCustomer Serviceensuring resident privacyrespecting resident’s propertyadvocating on behalf of the residentOccupational Health and Safety AccountabilitiesCarry out all assigned duties in compliance with applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation and Company policy.Follow safe work practices as directed by their supervisor and as required by the applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation.Participate in all required occupational health and safety training.Use appropriate equipment and wear personal protective equipment or clothing, as required by Extendicare/ParaMed.Report any known or identified health and safety hazards or violations to their supervisor.Refrain from any conduct that puts themselves, workers, contractors or others at risk.Privacy AccountabilitiesRespect and preserve the privacy, confidentiality and security of health care and employee information at all times. Violations of this statement include, but are not limited to:accessing confidential information that is not within the scope of the individuals dutiesmisusing, disclosing without proper authorization, or altering confidential informationdisclosing to another person the unique username or password for accessing electronic confidential health care informationusing another person’s username or password to access informationdiscussing confidential information in a public arealeaving confidential health care or employee information in public areasdisposing of confidential information inappropriatelyExtendicare’s Code of Business Conduct and Standards of Employee Conduct policies are to be adhered to by the employee groups they apply to at all times.Resident/Family Safety AccountabilitiesIn the interest of the safety of residents and family members, employees while on duty are accountable to carry out all duties assigned within the scope of their job in compliance with applicable legislation, standards and company policy.Refrain from any conduct that puts residents and family members at risk.Employee SafetySee attached job routines for work proceduresTime Type:Part timeAt 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] 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.