Support Service Worker - Housekeeping (AbleLiving Services)

Thrive Group; Burlington; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP

Health benefits

Education opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

$500 signing bonus

Job summary

Thrive Group is hiring both Full-Time and Part-Time Support Service Workers for the Bethany Residence program in Burlington. The SSW reports to the Supervisor and assists with laundry, housekeeping and food services for residents, ensuring safe food preparation and handling. Starting hourly rate: $19.20.

Opportunities for growth and healthcare benefits are provided. Candidates should have a Grade 10 education (preferred), and must obtain a Food Handlers Certificate within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 education or equivalent preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain Food Handlers Certificate within 60 days of employment and renewed every 5 years.
• Demonstrates strong commitment to exceptional customer service; reliable, punctual and able to manage time effectively.
• Strong teamwork and ability to collaborate with residents, family members and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Handle residents' laundry, including collection, laundering and return.
• Perform housekeeping tasks in resident apartments and common areas.
• Set and serve meals to residents and dishwashing; ensure safe food handling practices.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area and meet physical demands of the position.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Punctuality

Time management

Communication

Education

Grade 10 education or equivalent

Job description

We are currently hiring both Full-Time and Part-Time Support Service Workers to join our team at our Bethany Residence program in Burlington.

The Support Service Worker (SSW) reports to the Supervisor and is responsible for some or all tasks within laundry, housekeeping and food services. These positions are responsible for collecting, laundering and returning residents’ personal laundry, performing housekeeping tasks in resident apartments and common areas, setting and serving meals to residents and dishwashing all while ensuring safe food preparation and handling practices

Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Health Benefits
• Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development and growth
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 signing bonus!

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized and awarded as:

• 2026 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team
• 2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada
• 2026 Best Workplaces for Women

Requirements

• A minimum of a Grade 10 education or equivalent is preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain the Food Handlers Certificate as offered by Public Health Services within 60 days of employment and renewed every 5 years.
• Must demonstrate a high commitment to providing exceptional customer service and be reliable, punctual, and capable of managing time effectively.
• Must be a strong team player who demonstrates the ability to develop supportive relationships and work collaboratively with residents, family members, and colleagues.
• Must be able to take direction and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instruction and have a genuine interest in working with seniors and adult with disabilities in a congregate home setting.
• Knowledge of basic math and ability to do calculations and quantity measurements is required.
• Must be able to plan and organize work and perform tasks according to priority.Experience in a long-term care/retirement home kitchen an asset.
• Must demonstrate ability to problem solve, work efficiently, effectively and meet required timelines.
• Must be able to maintain a clean/sanitary work area and meet the physical demands of the position which include but are not limited to: standing, shifting, leaning over stoves/grills, reaching, bending, lifting/moving items of variable weights.
• Familiarity with cleaning detergents and laundering equipment is beneficial.
• Must be able to maintain regular and consistent attendance, be punctual and meet pre-determined deadlines.

Starting Hourly Rate: $19.20

We are currently hiring to fill an existing/new position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted.

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email [e-mail]