Support Services Attendant (Housekeeping)

Shannex Incorporated; Halifax; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in Halifax, Nova Scotia is seeking a Support Services Attendant (Housekeeping) to join the Parkland Clayton Park team based in Halifax. You will dust, clean, and polish furniture and facilities, and ensure resident areas and restrooms meet high standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities include cleaning, laundry duties, stock replenishment, and assisting with meal service where needed. High School diploma and 1 year housekeeping/laundry experience are preferred; CPR/First

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in commercial housekeeping and/or laundry preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification is an asset.
• Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check may be required.
• Experience in housekeeping, laundry, food services or long-term care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Dusts, cleans and polishes furniture, counters, shelving, walls and windows.
• Cleans sinks, toilets and bath facilities; replenishes resident room supplies.
• Sorts laundry and operates washing/drying equipment; transports clean laundry.
• Ensures food service areas meet department standards and service is timely.
• Reports equipment or temperature issues to supervisor and assists where needed.
• Adapts to daily menu changes and resident needs; supports meal distribution when required.
• Maintains safety and cleanliness in halls and common areas.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Laundry experience

CPR/First Aid (asset)

Criminal Record Check (clear)

Vulnerable Sector Check (asset)

Flexible schedule

Education

High School / GED completion

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 a Support Services Attendant (Housekeeping) to join our Parkland Clayton Park team based in Halifax, 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

• Approximate hourly wage: $17.25 - $20.75
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• 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

• Dusts, cleans and polishes furniture, counters, shelving, walls, and window/door ledges.
• Cleans sinks, toilets and bath facilities
• Fills and replenishes supplies in resident rooms, nursing units, and rest rooms
• Empties and cleans trash receptacles and places trash in compactor and/or trash pickup area
• Ensures that food quality, presentation, dining room appearance and service delivery meet established department standards
• Ensures meals are attractive, the correct temperature and portion size, and that service is on time
• Immediately reports any equipment/temperature issues to supervisor and takes corrective actions as necessary
• Stays up to date with daily changes related to menus and/or residents.
• Ensure food is received and stored properly
• Prepares cart for fluid passes, snacks and night lunch for residents. Assists with distribution when needed
• Provides resident menu feedback to manager via temperature audit sheet, feedback form or verbally
• Sorts laundry into appropriate piles based on the type of laundry (linens, mops, personal clothing)
• Operates washing machine using proper washing formulas
• Operates dryer and extractor; loads clean, wet laundry into the machine, sets dials so the laundry is dried or damp-dried appropriately and unloads the machine
• Sorts clean laundry into appropriate baskets or racks; counts linen needed for each area as per linen quota and puts on cart; notes name tags on resident clothing and puts on correct rack
• Picks up soiled laundry and delivers clean laundry to resident areas within the facility using laundry carts
• Checks laundry for tears, holes, missing buttons, etc. and forwards clothing needing repair to the seamstress

About You

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

• High School/ GED completion
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in commercial housekeeping and/or laundry preferred
• Proof of valid CPR/First Aid Certification considered an asset
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment
• Previous experience working in housekeeping and/or laundry considered an asset
• Previous experience working in food services considered an asset
• Previous experience in working in a long-term care an asset
• Ability to learn and work in fast paced environment
• Ability to work a schedule of flexible hours/ shifts inclusive of days, weekends and holidays