Housekeeping - Casual - Michener Hill

Extendicare (Canada); Red Deer; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship and learning opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Rewarding work experience

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare Michener Hill in Red Deer, Alberta, is seeking a Housekeeping/Laundry/Janitor Aide (Casual/Part time) to support its 220-bed long-term care and 60-bed supportive living facility. The role involves cleaning rooms and common areas, equipment operation, carpet and floor care, and adherence to safety and resident rights policies.

Candidates should have good English communication, experience with institutional cleaning and laundry procedures, and the ability to work with minimal

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.

Responsibilities

• To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures.
• To clean Resident's room 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.

Skills

English communication

Supervision-free work

Second language

Cleaning techniques

Laundry procedures

Job description

Job Description

Housekeeping/Laundry/Janitor (Casual) - Extendicare Michener Hill, Red Deer

Candidates are invited to apply for the position of Housekeeping/Laundry/Janitor Aide in our 220-beds Long Term and 60-beds supportive living facility Extendicare Michener Hill, located in Red Deer, Alberta.

Mission:

The Housekeeper is responsible for the cleaning and sanitization of all Resident's rooms and common areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures;
• To clean Resident's room 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 Resident 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 Residents 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
• 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:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long 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.

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. 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,