Support Services Attendant

Njoyn; Kentville; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at Shannex as a Housekeeper, dedicated to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for seniors in Kentville, Nova Scotia. Enjoy meaningful benefits and opportunities for growth in a respected healthcare organization, making a positive impact on residents' lives every day.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Free virtual healthcare 24/7

RRSP program with employer matching

Vacation accrual and travel insurance

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks program for discounts

Access to continuing education and training

Recognition for service excellence

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Previous housekeeping experience is an asset.
• Ability to use chemical cleaning agents and equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean common areas, kitchens, and bathrooms.
• Prepare vacant rooms for incoming residents.
• Promote safety culture and report hazards.

Skills

Initiative

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for aHousekeeper to join our Orchard Court team based in Kentville, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (with employer matching) or pension plan
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Thoroughly clean common areas including lobbies, hallways, and stairwells
• sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing kitchens and bathrooms.
• Thoroughly clean vacant rooms to prepare for incoming residents;
• Collect refuse from residents' rooms and dispose of this refuse in accordance with set procedures;
• Clean and restock housekeeping cart; notify Supervisor when supplies are low;
• Promote safety culture by continuously working safely including but not limited to identifying and reporting hazards, following safe work practices and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, supporting others to work safely and completing safety education.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A High School diploma or equivalent education
• A high level of initiative for and commitment to completing housekeeping assignments efficiently and in a warm, friendly, and customer-service-oriented manner.
• You communicate well with internal and external customers to meet needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner.
• You can work independently with minimal supervision and can safely use chemical cleaning agents and equipment.
• Previous housekeeping experience is an asset.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For 35 years, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and a home care division of team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applicationsare kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.