Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

• Job Details

• CLEANING RESPONSIBLILITES

  • Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the facility by performing daily cleaning tasks.
  • Working with a daily checklist for cleaning, sanitizing and updating as the work is completed
  • Clean and sanitize the building in a systematic and thorough manner including floors, walls, windows, appliances, fixtures, washrooms, dorm rooms, transitional rooms, kitchen/dining room, lounge, offices, hallways, entranceways, furniture, etc.
  • Sanitizing the facility when there are outbreaks, follow breakout policies and procedures.
  • Turnovers- prepare rooms for new residence; disinfect, change the linens, clean the floors, walls, and bathrooms.
  • Turnovers need to be completed within 24 hours of vacancy. Vacancies will be advised by Coordinators.
  • Laundry -sheets, towels, mattress protectors- sanitize the bed bug protector-weekly
  • Removal and replacement of worn towels, sheets and mattress protectors
  • Assist in organizing and inventorying cleaning supplies and equipment.
  • Identify and report any repairs or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
  • Assist in setting up and breaking down rooms for events and meetings.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and policies.
  • Respond promptly and courteously to any inquiries or requests from guests or staff.
  • Assist in training new housekeeping staff and providing ongoing support and guidance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the designated.
  • Following protocols set out by YHSS, TSA and by Public Health
  • Restock inventory supplies for cleaners, linens, towels.
  • Verify and check weekly the expiry dates of all products and usage.
  • Ensure all chemicals are setup in MSDC- Materials Safety Data Sheets and they are located with access for all.
  • Ensure Health and Safety compliance for use of chemicals and preventive measures for injuries.
  • Removal off all garbage/recycling onsite to the dumpsters per shift for the dining room and bathrooms
  • Client rooms all garbage/recycling should be removed every other shift.
  • Carry out seasonally appropriate responsibilities (i.e. snow shoveling, salting, or sanding of steps, doorways, or walkways in the winter)
  • Carry out all responsibilities in a professional manner and be always a positive role model for the residents.
  • Adhere to standards that are consistent with the mission of The Salvation Army

  ADMINISTRATION

  • Update the maintenance Binder reporting any repairs that need to be addressed.
  • Report any major repairs/ breakdowns to designated supervisor.
  • Post cleaning checklist through the common areas and file the completed ones in the cleaning binder.
  • Signoff sheet for turnovers to be updated and completed daily.
  • Prepare inventory order sheet to be approved by designated supervisor prior to placing the orders .

  ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSBILITIES

  • The position will adhere to standards of The Salvation Army best practices, as well as the Regional Municipality of York’s Core Standards.
  • Participate fully and constructively in staff meetings and in service training
  • Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to clientele and coworkers

  EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Experience working with homelessness, mental health, and addictions strongly preferred
  • OSSD or equivalent
  • some institutional cleaning experience preferred
  • Must have functional knowledge and understanding of related to homelessness, mental health and addictions Knowledge and understanding of Mental Health/Addictions
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of and a commitment to anti-racism, anti -oppression, and equity.

  SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

  • Strong oral and written communication skills are essential.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Must have good interpersonal/time management skills.
  • Good knowledge of community resource .

• Must be able to provide VSS

• Strong understanding of non-fraternization, privacy and confidentiality required

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $17.87 to $17.87 with a maximum of $17.87.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email

Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca

if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.