Senior Living Housekeeping Specialist

Cogir Senior Living; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living seeks a dedicated Housekeeping Aide to clean and sanitize residents’ apartments and common areas in Winnipeg. The role requires adherence to cleaning schedules, safety rules, and policies, with opportunities to participate in training and quality improvement initiatives.

Candidates should have strong English communication, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and prior experience in healthcare or residential cleaning.

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 and meet physical requirements.
• Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
• Must provide a 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.
• To complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Feedback delivery

Cleaning techniques

Healthcare cleaning

Physical endurance

Job description

Cogir Senior Living seeks a dedicated Housekeeping Aide to clean and sanitize residents’ apartments and common areas in Winnipeg. The role requires adherence to cleaning schedules, safety rules, and policies, with opportunities to participate in training and quality improvement initiatives.

Candidates should have strong English communication, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and prior experience in healthcare or residential cleaning.