assistant executive housekeeper

Title posted on indeed.com - Housekeeper

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Employer details Marina Point Village LP

Job details

Marina Point Village LP is currently seeking a *permanent Part-Time Housekeeper* to join their team. Environmental Services is committed to providing a safe, clean, home-like environment where our residents, tenants, visitors, employees and volunteers can enjoy ?Leisure for Life? in comfort and style. We deliver our mission by adhering to ORCA & RHA standards. Through these standards, we focused on continuous quality improvement, infection prevention and control, maintain best practices in health and safety and the ongoing training of all staff. *Qualifications:* · Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. · Minimum of two years? experience in a housekeeping position is desirable, preferably in a retirement home or Long-Term Care. · Ability to do extensive standing, walking, squatting, kneeling and lifting of objects up to 50lbs is required. · Availability to work weekdays/weekends and for on-call coverage for sick call replacement is required. · An excellent attendance record is required. · Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required (dated within 6 months of start of employment). · TB testing is required. · Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset. MUST BE LEGALLY ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN CANADA *Knowledge, Skills & Abilities* · Excellent teamwork and effective English communication skills (both written and oral). · Strong organizational and time-management skills. · Capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment. · Ability to prioritize tasks with constant interruptions. · Ability to work well independently and under pressure. · Ability to take direction in housekeeping duties and to carry through in a safe, responsible, and efficient manner. · Must possess a mature and pleasant disposition. · Must possess a high interpersonal and customer service skill. · Demonstrated understanding of the needs and issues of the older adult is required. · Demonstrated understanding of effective Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) practices is required. · Familiarity with WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety and Sanitation Code. *Physical Demands:* · Standing for long periods of time ? for up to 8hrs/day · Walking short distances and manoeuvring in tight spaces within Resident Units for up to 8 hours/day · Pulling/pushing/bending/lifting cleaning carts, chemical pails, etc, up to 50lbs · Reaching (above shoulder level) to upper shelving ? at times with use of an 18inch to 3ft stepping ladder. · Reaching below shoulder level · Kneeling, twisting, squatting for various tasks routinely during length of shift for completion of cleaning duties · Repetitive arm and upper body motions in intervals for periods of up to 8hrs for sweeping, wiping, etc. · Manual dexterity of both hands (grasping and fine manipulation) · There is much repetition in the tasks, must be able to organize time so to vary duties limiting repetitive movements. · Some memory work required to know Residents and preferences. *Working Conditions:* · Exposure to chemicals and cleaning solvents. · Work within multiple work environments and potentially unsanitary conditions. · Exposure to illnesses and frailties of residents/tenants. · Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priorities as urgent needs arise that require immediate attention. · Working among tenants, family members, visitors, and staff in a variety of situations. · Working in warm temperatures for long periods of time *Tasks & Responsibilities:* *1. To ensure the maintenance of a clean facility by: * · Cleaning and sanitizing resident suites and apartments as per the Room Cleaning Checklist. · Cleaning suites and apartments vacated by residents and prepare the suite for incoming residents. · Cleaning resident rooms and hallways on a daily basis including floors, washrooms and furnishings. · Perform cleaning tasks to achieve and maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the facility. · Complete cleaning