Housekeeping/Laundry Aide

Yee Hong Centre For Geriatric Care•Toronto, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care (Yee Hong) is a recognized leader in senior care, dedicated to providing exceptional, culturally inclusive services that enhance the well-being of older adults. With a strong reputation for excellence in long-term care, community programs, and aging-in-place initiatives, Yee Hong is committed to supporting seniors in living with dignity, independence, and the best possible quality of life. At the core of its mission is a focus on compassionate, person-centered care tailored to the unique needs of diverse communities. Yee Hong is one of the foremost providers of culturally appropriate senior care in the country, delivering high-quality resident experience and care to Chinese and other Asian seniors since 1994. The organization operates 805 long-term care beds and 308 seniors’ apartment units, with an additional 224 long-term care beds opening in a new home by June 2026. In addition, Yee Hong offers four campuses of managed care, a hospice residence, and a wide range of community-based senior and caregiver support services. Through this comprehensive network, the organization serves more than 15,000 individuals annually across the Greater Toronto Area. Under the direction of the Facility Manager, responsible for performing housekeeping and laundry tasks in an efficient and cooperative manner, and with due consideration for the needs and comfort of the residents.

Requirements

Able to perform heavy lifting tasks and visual acuity for inspecting linens and to ensure cleaning tasks are performed to standard
Some experience in institutional housekeeping or laundry is an asset
Excellent customer service skills
Must be comfortable using computer/phone applications
Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screen
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English.
Ability to communicate in Chinese an asset.

Responsibilities

Performs housekeeping/laundry tasks in an efficient and cooperative manner according to the established schedule, and with due consideration for the residents
Performs routine deep cleaning according to established schedule
Cleans and disinfects the building
Labels residents' personal clothing items clearly and accurately
Maintains accurate inventory record of linen and laundry supplies
Ensures safe operation of dryer and regular cleaning of lint from dryer
Ensures exits and corridors are clear of blockages, and actively participates in fire and disaster drills and procedures and carrying out the duties assigned
Replenishes supplies as appropriate
Complies with the health and safety policies to minimize the risk to residents, clients, coworkers and self
Complies with sanitation and infection control procedures
Keeps up-to-date with developments and best practices in the field
Other duties as assigned