Support Services Attendant (Housekeeping)

Shannex Incorporated; Halifax; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks discounts

Centre of Excellence training

Recognition and Rewards

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Support Services Attendant (Housekeeping) to join our Parkland Clayton Park team. The role involves cleaning, laundry duties, supply replenishment, and ensuring dining and service standards are met for residents.

The position supports daily operations in a compassionate, professional environment with opportunities for training and career growth within Shannex’s Centre of Excellence.

Qualifications

• High School/ GED completion.
• Minimum of one year experience in commercial housekeeping and/or laundry.
• Proof of CPR/First Aid certification considered an asset.
• Clear Criminal Record Check, and Vulnerable Sector Check where applicable, prior to appointment.
• Previous experience in housekeeping and/or laundry is an asset.
• Previous experience in food services is considered an asset.
• Experience in long-term care is considered an asset.
• Ability to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• 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 or trash pickup area.
• Ensures food quality, presentation, dining room appearance and service delivery meet department standards.
• Ensures meals are attractive, at correct temperature and portion size, and that service is on time.
• Reports equipment/temperature issues to supervisor and takes corrective actions.
• Keeps up to date with daily menu/resident changes.
• 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 or feedback form.
• Sorts laundry into appropriate piles; operates washing machine, dryer and extractor; handles linen.
• Picks up soiled laundry and delivers clean laundry to resident areas; notes any repairs needed.

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
• 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