Position Responsibilities:

• Light Duty Cleaning
• Empty garbage containers, remove waste materials from buildings
• Service and clean washrooms
• Dust and polish furniture, and keep it arranged properly
• Wash and polish glass and windows
• Spot wash walls
• Vacuum carpets
• Vacuum draperies and upholstered furniture
• Sweep or damp mop floors
• Sweep, wet mop and scrub floors
• Sort, count, mark and fold linens
• Make beds or change bedding
• Collect soiled linens and garbage
• Perform in-house laundry services (as a Blue Bird service)
• Scrub, disinfect and polish bathroom fixtures
• Replace towels, soap and other supplies
• Vacuum, sweep & mop all floors
• Report damage, theft and articles found to the Executive Director
• Keep storage areas and carts well stocked, clean and tidy
• Maintain inventories of supplies
• Inform Resident Service Coordinator as Guest Suite and cleaning supplies are getting low, so an order can be placed.
• Identify and communicate need for painting, repairs, furnishings, relocation of equipment and reallocation of space
• Other duties and various projects, as requested by the Community Manager

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in geriatrics and/or commercial/ residential cleaning
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals and their proper usage
• Knowledge of seniors housing and relevant industry terminology
• Completion of Grade 10 or higher

Personal Characteristics:

• Well-groomed and professional appearance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Honest, trustworthy, and detail-oriented
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team

Other Bona-Fide Occupational Requirements:

• Must be available to work mornings, evenings and weekends, as required
• Physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the position (may be required to lift items weighing over 20 kilograms)
• Ability to work on his/her feet for a complete shift while constantly bending, stretching, walking, lifting or moving things
• Must be bondable by corporate insurer
• A current and clear Criminal Records check with Vulnerable Sector Search is required for all new site-based employees

Disclaimer

This job description indicates representative responsibilities and specifications of the position only and should not be considered to necessarily represent all responsibilities and specifications of the position. The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned, which are not specified in this description. A review and update of this job description will take place at the yearly performance review.

At Christenson Communities we make it our priority to foster inclusive work environments welcomed to diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to accommodating prospective employees. Please let us know how we can accommodate you in our hiring process.