Night Houseman

Retirement Concepts; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is seeking a Night Houseman to cover overnight shifts, ensuring sanitation, security, and safety across the community. The role requires collaboration with the Support Services Manager and adherence to infection control procedures.

You must hold a Grade 10 or equivalent, be available for overnight work, and pass a vulnerable sector check. WHMIS and First Aid certifications are required, along with the ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work independently.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must be available to work overnight shifts.
• WHMIS Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Free from communicable diseases and allergies or conditions which may be aggravated by working with cleaners, detergents and equipment.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and written instructions.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
• Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 30 lbs. Must be able to work with cleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
• Responsible for the general security of the buildings and residents including resident emergency call system;
• Carries out all aspects of routine and rotation cleaning throughout the building, offices, washrooms and elevators which include: dusting, vacuuming and sweeping; cleaning appliances; washing and buffing floors, walls, windows and doors; removing curtains/window coverings for cleaning and re-hanging; garbage removal; watering plants
• Clean exterior hard surfaces by hosing off brick areas outside main doors nightly. Water planter boxes and tree and set-out and take in soaker hoses in scheduled areas. Empty exterior ashtray.
• Supports other departments as needed with clean up after events.
• Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through: accident prevention, knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations, the safe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs are necessary, keeps work area in an orderly, safe and clean condition, keeps inventory in order on individual carts; replenishes supplies throughout the building, and Utilizing infection control procedures
• Reports significant changes or uncommon resident behaviour or concerns to nursing staff as required.
• Attends and participates in community and education programs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Overnight shifts

Independent work

Infection control

English proficiency

Criminal record check clearance

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Job description

This position is covered under the HEABC wage levelling. Please note the wage is currently being adjusted and topped up by the government and the displayed wage is therefore reflective of such initiative.

About Us

At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we areequally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environmentand treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of ourteams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to ourresidents.

About the Role

The Night Houseman reports to the Support Services Manager and/or designate and isresponsible for the night janitorial and security duties at the community. This role maintains theestablished standards for sanitation, cleanness, and safe work environment for all personsserved.

Responsibilities

• Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professionalrelationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
• Responsible for the general security of the buildings and residents including residentemergency call system;
• Carries out all aspects of routine and rotation cleaning throughout the building, offices,washrooms and elevators which include: dusting, vacuuming and sweeping; cleaningappliances; washing and buffing floors, walls, windows and doors; removingcurtains/window coverings for cleaning and re-hanging; garbage removal; wateringplants
• Clean exterior hard surfaces by hosing off brick areas outside main doors nightly. Waterplanter boxes and tree and set‑out and take in soaker hoses in scheduled areas. Emptyexterior ashtray.
• Supports other departments as needed with clean up after events.
• Maintains a safe environment for residents, family and staff, through:
  • - accident prevention,
  • - knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations,
  • - the safe use of supplies and equipment and reporting when repairs arenecessary,
  • - keeps work area in an orderly, safe and clean condition,
  • - keeps inventory in order on individual carts; replenishes supplies throughout thebuilding, and
  • - Utilizing infection control procedures
• Reports significant changes or uncommon resident behaviour or concerns to nursingstaff as required.
• Attends and participates in community and education programs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Grade 10 or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must be available to work overnight shifts.
• WHMIS Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Free from communicable diseases and allergies or conditions which may be aggravatedby working with cleaners, detergents, and equipment.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and understand verbal and writteninstructions.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Checkapplicable to Provincial guidelines.
• Ability to push, pull, stoop, crouch, lift and carry up to 30 lbs. Must be able to work withcleaners, detergents and other cleaning equipment.

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is an equal opportunity employer.