Housekeeping/Laundry Aide
About The Position
This part-time role is an exceptional opportunity for an energetic and enthusiastic person with experience in a long-term care home. The ideal candidate is energetic, organized, and has strong multitasking abilities. Housekeeping/Laundry Aides should be committed to learning and complying with standards for nursing homes. This position requires a candidate that is quick to learn and willing to help in any area of the housekeeping or laundry department as needed. This position will report to the Supervisor of Housekeeping and Laundry. You may be asked to help in other areas of the building as needed for the optimal performance of your building/department and the well-being of our residents.
Requirements
- Successful completion Grade 12 High School graduate meeting the requirements of the Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Act required.
- Ability to work safely following company policy, procedures & established practices.
- Excellent Customer Service skills required.
- Must be able to work every other weekend as per current collective agreement.
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, including the ability to carry out significant amounts of lifting and bending.
- Open communication with Supervisor and Environmental Manager to report challenges or issues.
- Follow regulations as they pertain to the Housekeeping Department.
- Stand for extended periods of time.
- Reach above shoulder heights, below waist or lift as required to complete the job responsibilities.
- Proper lifting techniques.
- Must be able to lift raising objects from lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This requirement occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
- Able to work on 3 step ladders.
- Must be able to balance, climb, crouch, grasp, kneel, pull, push, reach, stand and stoop adequately to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Must be able to hear, smell, feel and speak adequately to perform the essential functions of the job.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in Housekeeping, Laundry and Environmental Industry is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Cleanliness of rooms and Areas.
- Prevent the spread of infection through proper sanitation.
- Deep cleaning of rooms weekly and after Maintenance Repairs.
- Transfer supplies in a timely fashion (i.e., toilet paper).
- Safe effective use of equipment.
- Adhere to and comply with all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials according to MSDS.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by Management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
