Housekeeper | Part Time Nights/Days
❮ back to last search| Location: | Carleton |
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| Company: | V!VA Retirement Communities |
| Hours: | Part time |
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Would you like a life of fulfilling work for Seniors?
Join a company that believes in Making Today Great!
Work in a spectacular Retirement Community at the picturesque Carleton Place in the Ottawa Valley
Be a part of a team that shares a passion for making a positive impact and see why we are Happier Here!
Enjoy competitive salary and health benefits, team meals, vacation, sick pay and pay incentive premiums.
You. You have a passion to raise the bar in the retirement industry. You are an energetic, motivated team player who is able to inspire others to provide the highest standards of performance and customer service. You will have abilities and customer service experience in a similar setting with skills and knowledge in the areas of housekeeping, health and safety practices and be a contributing team player to the overall success of the Community. You are committed to upholding the V!VA Values and Culture. If making a difference in people’s lives is important to you, then we are eager to hear from you.
Us.What do you get when a team of experienced industry professionals combine their passion and decide it is time to raise the bar in the retirement living industry? You get V!VA Retirement Communities. At V!VA, we aren’t about grand statements or lofty ideals. We are a group of Canadians committed to bringing the right mix of people together to inspire each other and deliver the highest standards of customer service and performance in the retirement industry. At V!VA we put people first. We are looking for just the right person who shares V!VA’s mission – Making Today Great!
The Career.As a Housekeeper at a V!VA Retirement Community, you will be accountable to your schedule and job duties as they pertain to your assigned shifts. You will collaborate and work as a team player with emphasis on cleanliness throughout the community for the enjoyment of our Community Members and guests. When needed, you will be part of the first response team for all emergency situations. You will be able to initiate procedures found in the approved Fire Plan and Emergency Plan if needed ensuring the Community Members safety at all times. You will report and document all findings both in the communication binder and to the Building Services Manager to ensure a seamless communication and support system. Ensure the appropriate methods of maintaining confidentiality and privacy of information are carried out in your day to day tasks and communication. Working closely with the Building Services Manager to address, support and honor the needs of our current and prospective Community Members.
Key Responsibilities:
Follows cleaning schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) as outlined for housekeeping department
Cleans floors, dry mops, wet mops. Sweeps, disinfects where and when necessary
Performs emergency housekeeping when accidents occur
Cleans movable and stationary furnishings and fixtures, dusts, spot cleans or washes, disinfects when necessary, polishes where required, changes slip covers, doilies when soiled. Cleans ledges, shelves, vents, etc
Empties and cleans ashtrays, waste baskets (including relining). Disposes of garbage
Straightens and rearranges furnishings as directed, Inspects furnishings for wear and defects and reports to their supervisor.
Cleans bathrooms (private, public, staff). Cleans and disinfects all fixtures, floors and walls as directed. Washes windows and mirrors. Replenishes bathroom supplies.
Performs cleaning duties according to established procedures in suites upon move-out and prepares for new occupant.
Washes, folds, irons and delivers laundry as required
Ensures that effective Infection Control protocols are in place and followed at all times. Increasing protocols when needed ie outbreak
Performs supervisory duties in the event of fire or emergency during the overnight hours
Other projects and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
Ability to communicate clearly with peers and subordinates
Ability to manage their time effectively with little supervision
Ability to work as a team member, understanding the priorities of others
Able to bend, stretch, sit and stand for long periods. Able to lift a maximum of 50 lb
Able to use commercial laundry and cleaning equipment
Ability to work flexible hours and weekends
Up to date with the completion of the Safety 24-7 online training program
Experience in housekeeping duties an asset
Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English
V!VA Retirement Communities welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Successful Applicants will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada for the next 6 months.
V!VA Retirement works and operates in the vulnerable sector and the well-being of our community members and team members is important. For this reason, V!VA Retirement Communities requires all new team members are vaccinated for COVID-19.
Accommodation, including for those who cannot be vaccinated for COVID-19 due to religious or medical reasons, will be provided in accordance with V!VA Retirement’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, as amended from time to time, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as amended from time to time.
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