Ymca Wanakita

**YMCA of Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford**

**Wanakita Branch**

**Cleaner - Full Time**

YMCA Wanakita

1883 Koshlong Lake Road

Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0

**Salary Range**:$20/hour

**Position Status**:Full Time with benefits. Pension eligibility upon completion of 1-year probationary period.

**Placement**:Immediate

**Nature & Scope**

Reporting to the Housekeeping Supervisor, each member of the cleaning staff team is responsible for ensuring that all cleaning tasks are carried out conscientiously and according to the quality levels established by the Association and in accordance with the standards as defined through YMCA Priority S.A.M. evaluation process. Cleaners are required to maintain the cleanliness of the facility in all aspects to ensure that YMCA meets and exceeds the expectations of participants, volunteers, staff and visitors.

**Responsibilities**
- Carry out all cleaning tasks as assigned including back-of-house spaces and exterior spaces such as washroom/shower areas and other non-program spaces
- Identify efficient methods and products to be used in the course of carrying out routine cleaning tasks
- Required from time-to-time to physically lift weights of approximately 25 pounds ie. garbage removal, furniture/equipment moving
- Required from time-to-time to climb and work from a 6-foot step ladder
- Work towards meeting and exceeding recommended practices as defined by the YMCA
- Grounds maintenance including grass cutting requiring the operation of a riding lawn mower and/or push mower
- Cleaners are expected to assist with grounds maintenance, garbage removal in addition to regularly scheduled cleaning tasks
- YMCA Wanakita is located on a 1,000 acre site in Haliburton and will require the incumbent to spend extended periods of the work day in the outdoors resulting in exposure to the elements

**Qualifications**
- High School education or equivalent
- Able to read and follow written cleaning and safety standards to complete assigned duties to the quality level established
- Cleaning experience in a recreational service facility is preferred
- G-Class Driver’s license and clean drivers abstract
- Formal training in cleaning and use of various cleaning solutions, tools, equipment, vehicles
- WHIMIS certified is an asset
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as part of a staff team
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
- Must provide a current and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening as per the Association’s policy

**Competencies**
Commitment to Organization Vision and Values
Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the YMCA.

**Concern for Health and Safety**

Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.

**Integrity**
Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards

**Problem Solving**
Identifies an issue and works towards a solution

**Quality Focus**
Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior

**Service Orientation**
Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual’s YMCA experience

**Initiative**
Does the right thing at the right time without being asked

**Why Work for the YMCA?**

As a charitable organization, the YMCA values the contributions of its diverse teams. We recognize the importance of providing meaningful opportunities that allow employees to grow and thrive. At the YMCA of

Hamilton/Burlington/Brantfordin addition to fair wages, we offer a complimentary general membership with additional options for family participation. A comprehensive benefits program is also available to employees including a competitive and robust pension program. YMCA Employees enjoy a generous vacation entitlement that increases with seniority, as well as other paid entitlements. All employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program which provides confidential counseling and referral services as well as preventative education. Additionally, the YMCA understands the holistic needs of its employees is equally important and attempts to support these goals by offering a variety of staff discounts on the programs and services that support good health and strong families. We look forward to welcoming you to the YMCA.

**Internal Applicants**:
Please note that in so doing, the YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford reserves the right to contact the applicable YMCA or YMCA-YWCA for purposes of seeking an employment reference throughout the recruitment process.

**Accessibility**:
The YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive environment that accommodates all individuals, including those with disabilities. We support the goals of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Acts (AODA) and have established policies, procedures and practices which adhere