Housekeeper South West Edmonton

We provide care and independence to our residents, using a client- and family-centered approach that incorporates the most current research into practice. When you choose to join SE Health, you become part of a diverse and collaborative care team where you’ll apply your skills – and your heart – to provide services that support our residents to live and age well.

You’ll make a difference in their lives, and they’ll make a difference in yours!

Reporting to the Coordinator, and/or designee, the housekeeper is required to do cleaning, custodial work; to follow daily custodial standards and instructions; and perform related work as required. This position serves 3 sites in Southwest Edmonton.

PT / Perm

Flexible between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM (30 hours bi-weekly)

Monday-Friday

Include but not limited to:

• Clean rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
• Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and/or draperies, using vacuum cleaners and/or shampooers.
• Empty wastebaskets, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
• Sweep, scrub, wax, and/or polish floors using brooms, mops, and/or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
• Keep storage areas and carts well stocked, clean, and tidy.
• Polish silver accessories and metalwork such as fixtures and fittings.
• Replace light bulbs.
• Replenish bathroom supplies with soap, paper products, and other necessary supplies.
• Clean and sanitize bathroom fixtures, floors, and counters as needed.
• Empty and clean trash cans.
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
• Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
• To wash and hang drapes, and dust window blinds.
• Report on safety issues and the need for maintenance repairs.
• Develop and standardize newer and improved methods of cleaning for better results at lower costs.
• Work cooperatively with all staff members.
• Perform related work as required.

• WHMIS Certification.
• Completion of the 10th school grade.
• Experience as may be gained through functioning in a capacity requiring performance of basic cleaning and custodial tasks. Or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• General knowledge of modern housekeeping equipment, sanitation materials and procedures, modern laundry equipment and procedures;
• infection control procedures and requirements; sanitary kitchen upkeep and clean procedures; cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment;
• Washing and wearing quality fabrics; mending techniques;
• Clerical record-keeping methods sufficient to keep inventory of supplies.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines

• Must be in good health and free from communicable diseases, physically able to perform tasks related to the position.
• Must be free of allergies or conditions, which may be aggravated by working with cleaners, detergents and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written and oral English.
• Ability to take direction and learn procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, empathy, patience, and concern in providing quality services to clients.

If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute and succeed.