Hospitality Worker Housekeeping Services - Casual

Position Summary:

Covenant Living welcomes all who share a calling to serve those most in need.

We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person- body, mind and soul. The position of Housekeeping Attendant will commit to incorporate our mission, vision, and our values, which are Compassion, Collaboration, Respect, Social Justice, Integrity and Stewardship, and uphold our ethical traditions as foundational aspects in all actions and decision-making.

Under the direction of the Site Administrator, the Housekeeping Attendant is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The Housekeeping Attendant performs disinfection of areas in the facility and assists in the transport and set-up of furniture, equipment, and supplies. The Housekeeping Attendant will also be responsible for performing other related duties as required.

This position will:

Model the organization's mission, vision, and values, consistently representing Covenant professionally and positively

Collaborate effectively as a professional team player, supporting the achievement of Covenant’s Mission, Vision, and Values

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Regularly shows a friendly presence in the common areas and resident suites, to welcome comments and suggestions

Assists with special and marketing events

Attentive care and consideration of resident, staff and visitor requests

Cleans offices, staff room, show/guest suites and common areas according to established procedures and schedules, as required.

Clean and replenishes public washrooms supplies, as required.

Maintains housekeeping storage area, cart and equipment.

Vacuums all carpet areas in the residence. Removes spots and stains from carpets and upholstery as required and according to established cleaning schedules. Operates carpet and floor cleaning equipment as required.

Picks up and disposes of garbage from waste containers to central garbage depot area.

Wash and clean of common areas’ interior and exterior windows and other glass surfaces

Performs additional cleaning as required, including washing walls, lights, vents, fans, appliances, inside windows, door and frames, and patios

Responsible for move-in and move-out cleans

Ensures that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout the building

Ensures a sanitary working and production environment in accordance with accepted practices and standards

Administrative

Completes Housekeeping Tasks Daily Checklists

Instructs residents in the use of equipment, washing machines and offers assistance in any other area of concern

Conducts monthly inventory of housekeeping supplies and chemicals and notifying Administrative Assistant of items to order

Participates in quality improvement initiatives

Ensures effective team communication within the residence, logs any concerns regarding resident behavior in an incident report

Maintains effective and oral and written communication and good human relations with residents, families and staff of other departments, using appropriate lines of communication

Ensures all Covenant Living policies are adhered to

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent

Clear Criminal Record

WHIMS Certificate (or willing to obtain)

1-3-years’ experience in a similar role

Experience in a retirement community or continuing care setting preferred

Proficient in both written and spoken English.

Understanding and proven ability of basic mathematical calculations

Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and co-workers

Must have the manual dexterity required for handling equipment and supplies

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Ability to model teamwork and…