Housekeeper - Part-Time

Kinark Child & Family Services; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in child and family services is seeking a part-time Housekeeper for its Peterborough program. The role involves maintaining cleanliness in the office and requires independent work and physical stamina. Ideal candidates should have a High School Diploma and experience in residential or housekeeping roles. Flexibility in working hours is essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Employer Matching Pension Plan

Employee Wellness Program

Educational and training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Residential/Housekeeping/Nanny/Care home experience of 1 year or more is an asset.
• Ability to work independently and complete physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the office.
• Clean and disinfect surfaces, vacuum, mop, and clean bathrooms.

Skills

Cleaning Techniques

Integrity

Reliability

Trustworthiness

Physical Tasks

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Kinark Child and Family Services has a rich 50-year history serving children and youth through a wide range of evidence-based mental health services, including individual, family, and group counselling. Our mission is to help children and youth with complex needs achieve better life outcomes, aiming for a healthy future for Ontario’s children and youth. We have a passionate team of over 700 staff serving nearly 9,000 children and youth annually across three program streams: Community-based Child and Youth Mental Health, Autism, and Forensic Mental Health.

Our people are the heartbeat of our organization, guided by values such as ‘Holding children, youth, and families at the centre of all that we do’.

We are committed to being an employer of choice, engaging our staff for feedback to improve the employee experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and youth with complex needs and want to join our mission, we invite you to apply!

For more information about Kinark, our values, strategic priorities, and service programs, please visit our website at www.kinark.on.ca.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and other employment perks
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance
• Employer Matching Defined Contribution Pension Plan up to 6%
• Employee Wellness Program
• Extensive educational and training opportunities and supports
• Supportive work environment with regular supervision and feedback
• Renowned accredited clinical programs

*Dependent on hours worked, length of service, and/or collective agreement (where relevant)

Current Opportunity:

Position Title: [Insert Position Title]

Program: Kinark Child & Family Services - Peterborough Program

Location: Peterborough, ON K9J 5Y4 (Primary)

Employment Type: Part-Time, Relief

Hours: 27 hours/week

Number of Positions: 1

Application Deadline: May 31, 2025

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the East Administrative Manager, the Peterborough Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and tidiness in the office, including tasks such as cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning windows and ledges, scouring bathrooms, and replenishing paper products.

The Live-In Treatment Clinical Therapist position is included in the CUPE bargaining unit. Internal applicants will be considered first.

Must be available to work Sunday to Friday, 8 pm - 11 pm.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum High School Diploma
• Residential/Housekeeping/Nanny/Care home experience of 1 year or more is an asset
• Ability to work independently and complete physically demanding tasks
• Excellent knowledge of cleaning techniques
• Integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness to work independently
• Reliable transportation

Note: Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Kinark conditions of employment include successful criminal background checks, vulnerable sector screening or criminal record check, and a pre-employment medical certificate.

We value diversity and inclusivity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to accessible employment practices in line with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If accommodations are needed during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone].

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All information obtained will be used solely for employment recruitment purposes.