housekeeping attendant

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Work site environment:

Non-smoking.

Work setting:

Work in employer's/client's home. Retirement home.

Tasks:

• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors.
• Dust furniture.
• Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture.
• Make beds and change sheets.
• Distribute clean towels and toiletries.
• Stock linen closet.
• Clean, disinfect and polish kitchen and bathroom fixtures and appliances.
• Pick up debris and empty trash containers.
• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene.
• Launder clothing and household linens.
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties.
• Shop for food and household supplies.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Transportation/travel information:

Valid driver's licence. Travel expenses paid by employer.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Ability to work independently. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.

Weight handling:

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality.
• Client focus.
• Dependability.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Patience.
• Honesty.

Screening questions:

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?.
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Experience:

1 to less than 7 months.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Evening.
• Shift.
• Morning.
• Night.
• Day.
• Weekend.
• Overtime available.

Workplace information:

Hybrid.

Financial benefits:

Mileage paid.

Other benefits:

Free parking available.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.).
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition.
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees .

Support for youths:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.