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Housekeeping Aide - Temp Part Time

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Sienna Senior Living

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
    Facilities Management

AI generated summary

  • You must be a secondary school graduate, know infection control/cleaning, have good interpersonal and communication skills, and pass a Vulnerable Sector or Criminal Records Check.
  • You will clean and sanitize resident rooms, offices, and common areas, ensuring a safe environment, managing supplies, and collaborating with the team while performing additional assigned duties.

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.
  • Previous experience in Institutional Cleaning/Laundry in a Long Term Care is desirable.

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 responsibility of a Housekeeping Aide?

The primary responsibility of a Housekeeping Aide is to ensure the daily neatness and cleanliness of residents’ rooms, offices, and common areas, as well as to perform cleaning, sanitizing, and maintenance tasks according to established schedules.

What qualifications are required to apply for this position?

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

Is previous experience in cleaning required?

While previous experience in institutional cleaning/laundry in a long-term care setting is desirable, it is not a mandatory requirement.

Are there any specific skills needed for the Housekeeping Aide role?

Yes, good interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written English communication skills are essential for this role.

What types of cleaning will the Housekeeping Aide be responsible for?

The Housekeeping Aide will be responsible for routine, deep, terminal, and discharge cleaning, as well as floor cleaning and maintenance and waste management.

Is a criminal background check necessary for applicants?

Yes, all applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Vulnerable Sector Check or Criminal Records Check, depending on the province of application.

Will there be any support for accommodations during the recruitment process?

Yes, Sienna Senior Living is committed to providing support for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process as per provincial regulations.

What is the work schedule for a Housekeeping Aide?

The position is for a temporary part-time role, and specific schedule details would be provided during the application process.

What qualities are valued in potential candidates for this position?

Candidates who demonstrate a desire to help others, possess knowledge related to infection control and cleaning practices, and can work positively within a multidisciplinary team are highly valued.

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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.