Long-Term Care Housekeeping Associate

Extendicare; Kincardine; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Housekeeper to clean and sanitize areas within our long-term care homes, including resident rooms and common areas, following schedules and safety rules.

Responsibilities include operating cleaning equipment, maintaining floors, and supporting the care environment while adhering to residence policies and procedures. The role offers a hands-on, community-focused position with opportunities for in-service training.

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 Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

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 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 Revera's Code of Conduct.
• To complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

English skills

Feedback delivery

Institutional cleaning

Healthcare cleaning experience

Independent worker

Physical requirements

Second language

Vulnerable Sector Check

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Extendicare is seeking a part-time Housekeeper to clean and sanitize areas within our long-term care homes, including resident rooms and common areas, following schedules and safety rules.

Responsibilities include operating cleaning equipment, maintaining floors, and supporting the care environment while adhering to residence policies and procedures. The role offers a hands-on, community-focused position with opportunities for in-service training.