Housekeeping/Laundry Aide, Casual, Housekeeping

Providence Care; Canada; Remote; CAD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Providence Care in Kingston is seeking a Casual Housekeeping/Laundry Aide to support Providence Manor. The role ensures services are provided with minimal disruption to residents, following department policies and delivering high-quality cleaning and laundry care.

The position offers a wage of $25.22–$26.51 per hour, with scheduling that supports resident needs, and opportunities to contribute to a positive work environment within a long-term care setting affiliated with local academic

Qualifications

• Minimum of Grade 10 education.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Previous health care housekeeping/laundry experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Follows established housekeeping/laundry routines and schedules as specified.
• Uses assorted housekeeping/laundry equipment in performing various duties.
• Contributes to timely, consistent and quality cleaning of the premises, provides general thorough cleaning services, and follows department cleaning procedures as assigned.
• Performs daily duties such as damp-dusting, spot cleaning, dusting, damp mopping, vacuuming, waste disposal and recycling, washroom cleaning, and completes other routine tasks.
• Operates washer and dryer and adjusts settings per supplier recommendations to optimize cleaning processes.
• Sorts, folds, hangs, and stacks each resident's personal laundry before returning it to the resident home area.
• Folds, delivers, and puts away resident laundry.

Skills

Team player

Healthcare housekeeping experience

Education

Grade 10 education

Job description

Job Code: 27133

Status: Casual

Location: Providence Manor

Union: LiUNA

Wage: $25.22 - $26.51/hr

Posting Period: September 15, 2026 - September 21, 2026

The Housekeeping/Laundry Aide ensures that services are provided throughout Providence Manor with the least possible disruption to residents of the Home. The Housekeeping/Laundry Aide is responsible to perform the duties of the position in a manner that supports and implements the policies, procedures, routines, values, goals and objectives of the Housekeeping/Laundry Department and Providence Care Centre, including goals for providing high quality services and creating a positive work environment

Skills and Qualifications Required:

• Minimum of Grade 10 education
• Ability to work well with others
• Previous health care housekeeping/laundry service experience is an asset

Position Responsibilities:

• Follows established Housekeeping/Laundry routines and schedules as specified
• Uses assorted Housekeeping/Laundry equipment in performing various duties
• Contributes to timely, consistent and quality cleaning of the premises, provides general thorough cleaning services, and follows department cleaning procedures as assigned
• Performs such daily duties as damp-dusting, spot cleaning of walls/windows, dust and damp mopping of floors, vacuuming, collecting/disposing of waste and separating recyclable materials and washroom cleaning, and completes other work routine tasks
• Operates washer and dryer and makes any necessary setting adjustments according to supplier's recommendations to make the cleaning process more efficient.
• Sorts, folds, hangs, and stacks each resident's personal laundry prior to returning it to the resident home area.
• Folding, delivering, and putting away resident laundry

Why Work at Providence Manor:

• A long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans
• Committed to a person and family-centred approach
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Group Retirement Pension Plan
• Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus of Healthy Workplaceand Culture of Quality
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen's University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located in downtown Kingston

Disclosure:

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.