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Sienna Senior Living

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Facilities Management

AI generated summary

  • You must be a secondary school graduate, knowledgeable in cleaning and infection control, possess good interpersonal skills, communicate effectively in English, and pass background checks.
  • You will clean residents' rooms and common areas, perform routine and deep cleaning, manage waste, ensure proper supplies, and maintain safety and infection control in a professional team environment.

Requirements

  • Secondary school graduate or approved equivalent.
  • Knowledge related to infection control, cleaning practices, housekeeping operations and equipment.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Must have effective verbal and written English communication skills.
  • All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check. Applicable to Ontario applicants.
  • All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring the daily neatness and cleanliness of residents’ rooms, offices and common areas including, but not limited to, rooms and equipment including: furniture, closets, windows, walls, floors, shower and tub rooms, washrooms, reception area, break rooms, etc.
  • Cleaning, sanitizing, and performing duties, including but not limited to: routine, deep, terminal and discharge cleaning, floor cleaning and maintenance, and waste management according to schedules.
  • Maintains a clean, safe environment for residents utilizing infection control principles.
  • Checking that supplies are adequate in housekeeping and equipment is in proper working order before commencing daily routine.
  • Carrying out duties in a positive and professional manner within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Housekeeping Aide at Sienna Senior Living?

The primary role of a Housekeeping Aide is to ensure the cleanliness and neatness of residents’ rooms, offices, and common areas, contributing to a safe and pleasant environment for residents.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A secondary school graduate or an approved equivalent is required for this position.

Is experience in cleaning necessary for the Housekeeping Aide role?

While previous experience in Institutional Cleaning/Laundry in Long Term Care is desirable, it is not mandatory.

What interpersonal skills are needed for this job?

Good interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written English communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Are background checks required for applicants?

Yes, all applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check for Ontario applicants or the Criminal Records Check for British Columbia applicants.

What responsibilities does the Housekeeping Aide have related to infection control?

The Housekeeping Aide is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents by utilizing infection control principles in their cleaning practices.

Will I be working alone or as part of a team?

The Housekeeping Aide will carry out duties in a positive and professional manner as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What types of cleaning are included in the duties of a Housekeeping Aide?

Duties include routine, deep, terminal, and discharge cleaning, as well as floor cleaning and maintenance, and waste management according to schedules.

Are accommodations available during the recruitment process?

Yes, Sienna Senior Living is committed to providing support for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process, upon request.

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Sienna Senior Living

Cultivating happiness in daily life

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1972
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes. Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting. Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.