Housekeeping - Part-time

Cogir Senior Living; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation upon request

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness in residents' apartments and common areas at our retirement residences in Canada. You will follow schedules, apply cleaning and sanitation methods, and contribute to a safe, welcoming living environment for residents and staff.

The role requires strong English communication, reliability, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Experience in institutional cleaning and VPS screening within 6 months is preferred.

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.
• Current (within 6 months) VPS screening.

Responsibilities

• To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures.
• To clean residents' apartments 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 residence 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 Residence that have taken place.
• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program.
• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in our Code of Conduct.
• To complete all other tasks as assigned.

Skills

English

Feedback

Cleaning techniques

Independence

Job description

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference. Join our team today!

Mission:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Housekeeper is responsible for the cleaning and sanitization of all Resident’s apartment and common areas.

Wage: $18.00/hour

Key Outcomes:

• Live our values of Human Focus, Creativity and Excellence
• Lend a helping hand
• Cultivate relationships with staff, residents and families
• Lead with H.E.A.R.T. (hear, empathize, acknowledge, respond, thank)

Key Responsibilities:

• To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures
• To clean Resident’s apartments 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 residence 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 Residence that have taken place
• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program
• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in our Code of Conduct
• To complete all other tasks as assigned.

Required Education, Credentials and Experience:

• 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
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS).

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.

Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant factors such as skills, experience, location, and internal equity, and is expected to fall within the posted range.