Housekeeper

Red Oak Villa LP is currently seeking a part-time Housekeeper to join their expanding team. Environmental Services is committed to providing a safe, clean, home-like environment where our residents, tenants, visitors, employees and volunteers can enjoy “Leisure for Life” in comfort and style.

We deliver our mission by adhering to ORCA & RHA standards. Through these standards, we focused on continuous quality improvement, infection prevention and control, maintain best practices in health and safety and the ongoing training of all staff.

Environmental Services Staff work to achieve the following:

· To provide residents, tenants, visitors, volunteers and employees with a clean and orderly physical environment.

· To employ infection prevention and control measures while performing all cleaning duties.

· To identify safety hazards within the physical environment and immediately report these to the Joint Health and Safety Committee.

· To adhere to all safety measures and precautions for the protection and comfort of the residents, family members, employees and volunteers.

Qualifications:

· Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.

· Minimum of two years’ experience in a housekeeping position is desirable, preferably in a retirement home or Long-Term Care.

· Ability to do extensive standing, walking, squatting, kneeling and lifting of objects up to 50lbs is required.

· Availability to work weekdays/weekends and for on-call coverage for sick call replacement is required.

· An excellent attendance record is required.

· Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required (dated within 6 months of start of employment).

· TB testing is required.

· Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Excellent teamwork and effective English communication skills (both written and oral).

· Strong organizational and time-management skills.

· Capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

· Ability to prioritize tasks with constant interruptions.

· Ability to work well independently and under pressure.

· Ability to take direction in housekeeping duties and to carry through in a safe, responsible, and efficient manner.

· Must possess a mature and pleasant disposition.

· Must possess a high interpersonal and customer service skill.

· Demonstrated understanding of the needs and issues of the older adult is required.

· Demonstrated understanding of effective Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) practices is required.

· Familiarity with WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety and Sanitation Code.

Physical Demands:

· Standing for long periods of time – for up to 8hrs/day

· Walking short distances and manoeuvring in tight spaces within Resident Units for up to 8 hours/day

· Pulling/pushing/bending/lifting cleaning carts, chemical pails, etc, up to 50lbs

· Reaching (above shoulder level) to upper shelving – at times with use of an 18inch to 3ft stepping ladder.

· Reaching below shoulder level

· Kneeling, twisting, squatting for various tasks routinely during length of shift for completion of cleaning duties

· Repetitive arm and upper body motions in intervals for periods of up to 8hrs for sweeping, wiping, etc.

· Manual dexterity of both hands (grasping and fine manipulation)

· There is much repetition in the tasks, must be able to organize time so to vary duties limiting repetitive movements.

· Some memory work required to know Residents and preferences.

Working Conditions:

· Exposure to chemicals and cleaning solvents.

· Work within multiple work environments and potentially unsanitary conditions.

· Exposure to illnesses and frailties of residents/tenants.

· Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priorities as urgent needs arise that require immediate attention.

· Working among tenants, family members, visitors, and staff in a variety of situations.

· Working in warm temperatures for long periods of time

Tasks & Responsibilities:

1. To ensure the maintenance of a clean facility by:

· Cleaning and sanitizing resident suites and apartments as per the Room Cleaning Checklist.

· Cleaning suites and apartments vacated by residents and prepare the suite for incoming residents.

· Cleaning resident rooms and hallways on a daily basis including floors, washrooms and furnishings.

· Perform cleaning tasks to achieve and maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the facility.

· Complete cleaning of the public and common areas (ie. hallways & lounges) following the facility procedures, task list and schedule.

· Performing thorough cleaning of all rooms on a rotating basis.

· Cleaning staff and visitor's washrooms on a daily basis.

· Cleaning, vacuuming, mopping and dusting the offices on a regular basis.

· Cleaning, vacuuming and dusting the Staff Room and washrooms.

· Wiping and vacuuming facility furniture as necessary.

· Collect refuse from resident suites, apartments and other areas in the facility and dispose of this refuse in accordance with set procedures.

· Change and remake beds in suites.

· Following procedure, provide bath linens to suites.

· Complete departmental laundry for daily facility use as required.

· Ensure the following items are in good working order:

o all lights are working.

o all suites/apartments are safe and free from fire hazards.

o all exterior doors are locked.

o all exit signs are lit and working properly.

o all emergency lights are working.

· Monitor inventory and ensure safe storage of all supplies.

· Re-stocking residents' rooms and washrooms.

· Re-stocking staff and visitors' washrooms.

· Re-stocking housekeeping carts and housekeeping rooms at the end of the shift.

· Washing mops at the end of each shift and put in laundry pail.

· Monitor proper maintenance and functioning of equipment and notify the MES/Administrator of the need for repairs as necessary.

· Maintain all required records and reports in accordance with policies and procedures.

· When required, complete post-construction cleaning of suites and apartments.

· When required, follow post-construction cleaning procedures as per the Construction Cleaning Checklist.

· Perform other duties that are necessary and appropriate which may be assigned by the Manager of Environmental Services or Administrator

2. To always ensure a safe working environment by:

· Always maintaining safe work practices.

· Reporting unsafe conditions and taking appropriate action to prevent accident/injury.

· Following all infection control practices including routine practices and additional precautions where required.

· Ensuring knowledge of and adherence to WHMIS program through knowledge of all MSDS sheets applicable to the housekeeping department thereby ensuring safe handling and storage of all chemicals.

· Utilizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to the MSDS and other policies and procedures.

· Having a full understanding of and practice Infection Prevention and Control policies.

· Being knowledgeable of and practice the facility’s fire and safety programs.

· Reporting any deficiencies directly to the MES and/or log them in the Maintenance Binder as appropriate.

· Testing emergency equipment in suites and apartments on a monthly basis as per policy.

· Reporting equipment or housekeeping supply requirements necessary for the efficient operation of Environmental Services to the MES/Administrator.

3. To function as an ethical member of the multidisciplinary team by:

· Creating and reinforcing a caring environment that supports Residents in achieving optimal health outcomes, goals to manage illness or a peaceful death.

· Ensuring that information about the Resident that is observed, is to be communicated to a Resident Services Staff or Nurse in a timely manner.

· Communicating ethical concerns to the Manager of Environmental Services.

· Work collaboratively and promote positive team spirit within the department.

· Maintain good attendance record according to company policy.

· Experienced staff members will assist in the orientation and training of new employees.

· Attending departmental and Home’s staff meetings, in-services and other necessary training sessions.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $17.20-$18.40 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person