Housekeeping Aide

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada COPERNICUS LODGE Full time

Copernicus Lodge is a not-for-profit, charitable and ethno-specific organization made possible through the efforts of the Polish Canadian community and the vision of Father Michael Smith, OMI. Located in the heart of the Roncesvalles community in the heart of west-end Toronto, we provide a continuum of care in a predominantly Polish, Roman Catholic environment to meet the changing needs of our seniors. The Lodge is comprised of an Adult Day Program, 200 independent, affordable self-care apartments with a Supportive Housing program, and a 228 bed Long Term Care home.

We are seeking dynamic and innovative individuals to step into our open **Housekeeping Aide **role, who will work enthusiastically in a client and family centered and comprehensive services environment that meet client needs. They will ensure proper cleaning and disinfection of all Copernicus Lodge areas and departments to best address resident health and safety, while working within a quality improvement framework to identify opportunities for enhancing quality of the care provided to our residents.

**Key Role Duties**:
All work will be completed in a safe and proper manner, with all required precautions taken to ensure resident safety when performing of essential duties, including:

- All residents' rooms, walls, including air vents, and floors, light fixtures cleaned, disinfected, polished and dusted;
- Wardrobe and closets cleaned of all dust;
- Mattresses will be cleaned and disinfected as per the cleaning/disinfection schedule;
- Counter tops, tables and chairs cleaned and disinfected of all spills and soils;
- Glass area and mirrors maintained in a clean and polished state;
- Washroom sinks, taps, toilets, and mirrors cleaned, disinfected and polished;
- Soap, toilet and hand towel will be replaced as needed;
- Tub Room sinks, toilets, mirrors and ceramic wall tiles will be cleaned and polished;
- Resident's window ledges, door frames and wardrobes will be dusted;
- Garbage containers will be emptied, cleaned and plastic liners changes as needed;
- Hallway floors and carpet vacuumed or mopped daily, and carpets completely cleaned at least once per month;
- Lounges vacuumed, dusted and mopped daily;
- Stairwell floors swept and washed weekly;
- Elevator openings and walls cleaned of spills;
- Cleaning all common areas including all equipment & furnishings as supplied/available for use in these rooms.
- Maintain a good knowledge of Ministry of Health standards and criteria for resident care, programs and services in LTC Facilities.
- Perform any other related duties as required and/or assigned;

**Qualifications**:

- Successful completion of secondary school, with an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent;
- Ability to speak English, and knowledge of Polish would be a great asset;
- Mature with an interest in gerontology;
- Pleasant personality and enjoy working with people, especially seniors;
- Good organizational skills;
- Genuine interest to provide care and services to seniors;
- Able to provide good customer service, with a resident-focused outlook;
- Able to maintain a position of trust and confidentiality;
- Basic knowledge and understanding of cleaning procedures;
- Able to work as part of a team and with minimum supervision;
- Must be highly motivated;
- Must be reliable and dependable;
- Must be respectful and professional when dealing with all residents, staff and families;
- Must be physically fit;
- Ability to follow instructions and have good organizational skills;
- Basic knowledge of safe chemical handling and sanitation methods;
- Ability to work flexible hours, 24 hours a day, including weekends, and statutory holidays;
Copernicus Lodge is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

Copernicus Lodge is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

**COVID-19 considerations**:
To help combat the Covid-19 pandemic, Copernicus Lodge has instituted programs including active screening, swabbing, and increased PPE practices.
- Vulnerable Sector Check;
- Proof of Covid-19 Full Immunization;
- TB Skin Testing;
- Negative Covid-19 PCR Test within last 7 days prior to orientation.

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Work Location: In person

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