Housekeeping (Environmental Services)

Shannex Incorporated; Halifax; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage: $20.48 - $20.80

Health, vision and dental benefits

RRSP employer matching

Vacation accrual

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks program discounts

Centre of Excellence training

Safety and recognition programs

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Housekeeper to join the DePaul Hall Enhanced Care team. You will thoroughly clean common areas, kitchens and resident rooms, and support daily operations while upholding safety and infection-control standards.

The role offers competitive hourly wages, comprehensive benefits including health and dental, an RRSP program, paid vacation, free parking, and ongoing training through Shannex Centre of Excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in commercial housekeeping and/or laundry.
• Ability to communicate well with internal and external customers in a polite, courteous manner.
• Knowledge of infection control and prevention practices.
• Ability to safely use cleaning agents and equipment.
• Must provide clear criminal record check upon hire.
• First Aid & CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, and stairwells.
• Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, and sanitize kitchens and bathrooms.
• Collect and dispose of refuse per procedures.
• Document completed tasks and perform required audits/inspections.
• Provide resident laundry services as requested.
• Communicate supply needs to supervisor and maintain stock levels.
• Support safety culture by following PPE guidelines and safe work practices.

Skills

One year experience

Communication skills

Customer-service oriented

Safety awareness

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Auto scrubber

Floor buffer

Vacuum

Job description

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Housekeeper to join our DePaul Hall Enhanced Care team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.

Additional Benefits Include

• A pproximate hourly wage: $20.48 - $20.80
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, and stairwells
• Sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing kitchens and bathrooms.
• Collect refuse from residents' rooms and dispose of this refuse in accordance with set procedures
• Documents all completed job routine tasks
• Completes audits and inspections as required
• Completes resident's personal laundry services as requested
• Communicates supply needs to People Leader in a timely manner
• Efficiently uses supplies and equipment to maintain service quality levels
• Clean and restock housekeeping cart; notify Supervisor when supplies are low
• Promote safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education.
• All additional duties as assigned/required

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A High School diploma or equivalent education
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in commercial housekeeping and/ or laundry
• A high level of initiative for and commitment to completing housekeeping assignments efficiently and in a warm, friendly, and customer-service-oriented manner.
• Ability to communicate well with internal and external customers to meet needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner
• Knowledge of infection control and prevention practices
• Ability to utilize auto scrubber, floor buffer, vacuum
• Previous experience working with seniors or in a seniors' living environment considered an asset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and can safely use chemical cleaning agents and equipment
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record check upon hire
• Completed Dementia: Understanding the Journey course considered an asset
• Proof of valid, current First Aid & CPR certification
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.